WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Ed Whitfield (KY-01) today released the following statement on the U.S. Army’s recent announcement to reduce the active duty force by 40,000 soldiers by the end of Fiscal Year 2017.
“I am certainly pleased that Fort Campbell will not face major restructuring or troop cutbacks,” said Whitfield. “The Army’s decision to spare Fort Campbell is a testament to the value it places on the strategic importance the forces stationed there including, the 101st Airborne Division, the 160th SOAR, and the 5th Special Forces Group. However, I am extremely disappointed in the Department of Defense’s decision, under President Obama’s leadership, to move forward with these drastic cuts elsewhere in our military. I will continue to adamantly oppose any efforts to further reduce troops and services and will continue to fight for the men, women, and families stationed at Fort Campbell, and the communities that support them. With the numerous threats currently facing America, our nation’s commitment to security, defense operations, and military personnel must remain strong, and I will continue to make the Fort Campbell community a top priority.”
