Congressional Panel 

Rob Wittman

Congressman  |  Virginia, District 1

Congressman Rob Wittman serves as vice chairman of the House Armed Services Committee and chairman of the Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee. He advocates for national security strategies, balancing immediate threats with long-term modernization efforts, prioritizing servicemembers. Wittman was appointed to the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party in 2023 to counter CCP threats. He emphasizes fiscal responsibility while supporting military strength and readiness, particularly in Virginia.

Jen Kiggans

Congresswoman  |  Virginia, District 2

Congresswoman Jen Kiggans represents Virginia's Second Congressional District, serving on the Armed Services, Veterans’ Affairs, and Natural Resources Committees. A Navy veteran and nurse practitioner, she advocates for the military community. Before Congress, she served in the Virginia State Senate, championing legislation for military spouses and long-term care. Jen aims to bring civility and competence to politics, providing strong leadership for Virginians.

Pat Ryan

Congressman  |  New York, District 18

Congressman Pat Ryan is a Hudson Valley native and West Point graduate, serving two combat tours in Iraq and earning two Bronze Stars. He was Ulster County Executive before his 2022 election to Congress. Ryan focuses on defending freedoms and economic relief for Hudson Valley families. On the House Armed Services Committee, he addresses military preparedness and national security, co-chairing the Defense Modernization Caucus to integrate new technologies. Ryan lives in Gardiner, NY, with his wife and two sons.

Josh Cortez 

[ Moderator ]

Harvard Kennedy School  |  MPA Candidate

Josh is a one-year Harvard MPA candidate with previous experience as COO & Chief of Staff in Sports Tech, Senior Staff in Congress and as a tech professor. He graduated from the Darden School at the University of Virginia.