 |
|
Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.
|
News Release
April 21, 2025
CONTACT: Michael Pearlman, Communications Director
Governor Gordon visits deployed Wyoming National Guard Troops overseas
CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Governor Gordon recently visited with more than 400 members of the Wyoming Army National Guard deployed across the Middle East. These Wyoming Soldiers are deployed with the 115th Field Artillery Brigade and the 2-300th Field Artillery Regiment.
During his visit, Governor Gordon shared meals with Soldiers, received briefings on operations, and recognized Soldiers for outstanding achievements. The Governor and his military leadership team also met with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan, discussing opportunities for Wyoming industries in Jordan.
“It has been an honor to spend a few days visiting the men and women of our Wyoming National Guard,” Governor Gordon said. “I saw them off last year knowing they would be deployed for months, with an understanding that the mission was critical to our Homeland’s defense. I knew our Cowboy Guard would represent Wyoming with Cowboy Pride, and I’m pleased to report that the Wyoming Guard has earned high praise across the military for their performance during their deployment.
These Soldiers have been away from their families and their jobs for a long time, and we should recognize the hardship this creates for them and their families back home. I ask that we thank the family members of our deployed folks, and show our appreciation to the employers who understand the importance of our Guard mission. I look forward to greeting these men and women on their return home.”
In addition to visiting the troops, the Governor met with the U.S. Embassies of Kuwait and Jordan; ministers of energy and oil; as well as industry officials, to discuss similarities in oil, gas, and minerals development, including rare earth elements. The preliminary, high-level discussions touched on opportunities for Wyoming industries to assist in the development of energy and minerals.
Following his visit with the Soldiers, Governor Gordon continued on to lead his previously announced trade mission to Taiwan and Japan.
-END-
| This email was sent to [email protected] using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Governor of Wyoming · State Capitol, 200 West 24th St · Cheyenne, WY 82002-0012 · 307-777-7434 |  |