Senator Daines emphasizes communication, support for nuclear mission

Montana Sen. Steve Daines, right, greets Col. Daniel Voorhies, 341st Missile Wing commander, August 4, 2025, during a congressional visit to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Daines visited Malmstrom to engage with wing leadership and gain a deeper understanding of the installation’s evolving role in national defense. This marked his third visit to Malmstrom and his first under the wing’s current leadership. The visit emphasized the importance of open communication between base leaders and elected officials, particularly in support of the Sentinel project. Daines encouraged leaders to share challenges and resource needs so he can advocate for solutions at the state and national level. Malmstrom continues to serve as a critical component of the nation’s nuclear deterrence mission and a key contributor to Montana’s economy and labor force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers)

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Senator Daines emphasizes communication, support for nuclear mission

Montana Sen. Steve Daines and Col. Daniel Voorhies, 341st Missile Wing commander, August 4, 2025, receive a mission brief during a congressional visit at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Daines visited Malmstrom to engage with wing leadership and gain a deeper understanding of the installation’s evolving role in national defense. This marked his third visit to Malmstrom and his first under the wing’s current leadership. The visit emphasized the importance of open communication between base leaders and elected officials, particularly in support of the Sentinel project. Daines encouraged leaders to share challenges and resource needs so he can advocate for solutions at the state and national level. Malmstrom continues to serve as a critical component of the nation’s nuclear deterrence mission and a key contributor to Montana’s economy and labor force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers)

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Senator Daines emphasizes communication, support for nuclear mission

Col. Daniel Voorhies, 341st Missile Wing commander, explains a missile field map to Montana Sen. Steve Daines August 4, 2025, during a congressional visit to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Daines visited Malmstrom to engage with wing leadership and gain a deeper understanding of the installation’s evolving role in national defense. This marked his third visit to Malmstrom and his first under the wing’s current leadership. The visit emphasized the importance of open communication between base leaders and elected officials, particularly in support of the Sentinel project. Daines encouraged leaders to share challenges and resource needs so he can advocate for solutions at the state and national level. Malmstrom continues to serve as a critical component of the nation’s nuclear deterrence mission and a key contributor to Montana’s economy and labor force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers)

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Senator Daines emphasizes communication, support for nuclear mission

Montana Sen. Steve Daines, right, greets Chief Master Sgt. Lisa Thrasher-Stallard, 341st Missile Wing command chief, August 4, 2025, during a congressional visit to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Daines visited Malmstrom to engage with wing leadership and gain a deeper understanding of the installation’s evolving role in national defense. This marked his third visit to Malmstrom and his first under the wing’s current leadership. The visit emphasized the importance of open communication between base leaders and elected officials, particularly in support of the Sentinel project. Daines encouraged leaders to share challenges and resource needs so he can advocate for solutions at the state and national level. Malmstrom continues to serve as a critical component of the nation’s nuclear deterrence mission and a key contributor to Montana’s economy and labor force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers)

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Senator Daines emphasizes communication, support for nuclear mission

Lt. Col. John Mayer, Sentinel Site Activation Task Force, Detachment 11 commander, speaks with Montana Sen. Steve Daines August 4, 2025, during a congressional visit to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Daines visited Malmstrom to engage with wing leadership and gain a deeper understanding of the installation’s evolving role in national defense. This marked his third visit to Malmstrom and his first under the wing’s current leadership. The visit emphasized the importance of open communication between base leaders and elected officials, particularly in support of the Sentinel project. Daines encouraged leaders to share challenges and resource needs so he can advocate for solutions at the state and national level. Malmstrom continues to serve as a critical component of the nation’s nuclear deterrence mission and a key contributor to Montana’s economy and labor force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers)

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Col. Daniel Voorhies, 341st Missile Wing commander, and Montana Sen. Steve Daines stand for a photo in front of the “First Ace in the Hole” clock August 4, 2025, during a congressional visit to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. The “First Ace in the Hole” clock counts upward, starting the day the Minuteman III missile went on alert on Oct. 27, 1962. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers)

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Senator Daines emphasizes communication, support for nuclear mission

Published Aug. 5, 2025
By Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers
341st Missile Wing Public Affairs

MALMSTROM AIR FORCE BASE, Mont. -- Montana Sen. Steve Daines, right, greets Col. Daniel Voorhies, 341st Missile Wing commander, August 4, 2025, during a congressional visit to Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Daines visited Malmstrom to engage with wing leadership and gain a deeper understanding of the installation’s evolving role in national defense. This marked his third visit to Malmstrom and his first under the wing’s current leadership. The visit emphasized the importance of open communication between base leaders and elected officials, particularly in support of the Sentinel project. Daines encouraged leaders to share challenges and resource needs so he can advocate for solutions at the state and national level. Malmstrom continues to serve as a critical component of the nation’s nuclear deterrence mission and a key contributor to Montana’s economy and labor force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers)