East Idaho Times

U.S. Senator Mike Crapo from Idaho has announced the nomination of 23 young Idahoans to the nation's military academies. The nominations include candidates for the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. The students' applications will now be reviewed by the respective academies, which will make the final decisions on admittance.

Senator Crapo emphasized the importance of military academies in producing future military leaders who are equipped to protect the country against threats both at home and abroad. He commended the nominated students for their admirable willingness to serve and expressed his anticipation for their continued success.

Among the nominees for the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York, are Josh Agres, Christopher Hatch, Spencer Larsen, Troy Larsen, Mason Rogers, Antonio Steinman, Roman Stonhill, Jesse Taylor, Jeric Wilson, and Kaleb Yaklich.

The U.S. Naval Academy nominees include Rhyan Baez, Benton Bernard, Ana Chase, Lily Gage, Mariah Ketchum, Erik Lunn, Reagan Moore, Charles Rich, and Lillian Richardson.

The U.S. Air Force Academy nominees are Josh Agres, Elliott Burks, Brodyn Compton, Lily Gage, Lillian Richardson, Antonio Steinman, Emmett Stouffer, and Jeric Wilson.

For the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, the nominees are Erik Lunn, Wyatt Paulson, and Mason Rogers.

It is important to note that a nomination does not guarantee acceptance into the academy. However, being nominated by a U.S. Senator or Representative is a significant achievement and a step towards pursuing a career in the military.

To be eligible for a nomination, each student had to submit an application and references and meet specific scholastic requirements within a deadline. Those interested in applying for future nominations can contact Juli Smith in Senator Crapo's North Idaho Office in Coeur d'Alene at (208) 664-5490.

The announcement of these nominations highlights the commitment of young Idahoans to serve their country and the opportunities provided by the nation's military academies to develop future leaders.