Des Moines Sun

Congressman Zach Nunn, who represents Iowa's 3rd congressional district, posted a series of tweets on November 10 and 11, 2025, recognizing the contributions of military service members and highlighting issues facing local defense infrastructure.

On November 10, Nunn marked the anniversary of the United States Marine Corps by stating: "For 250 years, the @USMC has defended our nation with courage, honor, and an unwavering commitment to freedom at home and abroad. Happy Birthday to the United States Marine Corps! "

Later that day, he addressed concerns about military readiness in Iowa: "The Iowa Air National Guard’s 185th Air Refueling Wing has stood ready to defend our nation for decades, but its runway at Sioux Gateway Airport can’t safely support KC-135 tankers without upgrades. I joined the Iowa delegation to send a letter urging Congress to retain critical" (posted November 10). The Sioux Gateway Airport in Sioux City serves as a base for the Air National Guard’s refueling wing. The KC-135 Stratotanker is a primary aerial refueling aircraft used by the U.S. Air Force; maintaining suitable infrastructure is necessary for continued operations.

On Veterans Day, November 11, Nunn honored local veterans: "On Veterans Day, we honor the Iowans who answered the call to serve and remember that freedom is never free. This morning, I joined local veterans at Prairie Meadows’ annual Veterans Day Program — a meaningful tradition that brings our communities together to recognize the". Prairie Meadows hosts an annual event commemorating veterans' service in central Iowa.

Nunn's posts reflect ongoing community efforts in Iowa to recognize military service and advocate for resources supporting national defense infrastructure.