Operation Midnight Hammer: A message to rogue regimes

by Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04)

What’s Going on in Washington– This week, the brave airmen and airwomen of Missouri’s own 509th Bomb Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base executed decisive, strategic strikes against the Iranian regime under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump.

Pilots from the Air National Guard’s 131st Bomb Wing made up 50% of the flyers alongside the 509th, our other heroes who were part of this historic operation. The operations, maintenance, and support personnel also made significant contributions to the experience in planning, preparation, and execution.

Just this past weekend, the world saw once again what American resolve looks like when paired with unmatched precision and capability. B-2s launched from Whiteman and executed a long-range strike against Iran in Operation Midnight Hammer. This is one of the best integrations of Total Force that has come from Whiteman Air Force Base in recent times.

Operation Midnight Hammer is a vivid example of what our long-range strike capabilities are all about: strategic reach, rapid response, and credible deterrence. And let me be clear, these were not just strikes — they were a powerful message. A message to every rogue regime that threatens American lives and global stability: When President Trump draws a red line, he means it!

This is what peace through strength looks like. We were all reminded once again that under President Trump, America doesn’t bend to tyrants. We confront evil. We prove our dominance on the world stage. And we ensure that regimes like Iran’s will never get their hands on a nuclear weapon.

God bless the 509th & 131st Bomb Wings. God bless all our airmen and women at Whiteman Air Force Base. God bless President Trump. And God bless the United States of America!