Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/
Thomas Barrett, U.S. Representative of Michigan's 7th Congressional District | https://barrett.house.gov/
Congressman Tom Barrett, who represents Michigan's 7th Congressional District and is a U.S. Army veteran, posted several messages on his social media account in early November 2025 reflecting on military service and commemorating the U.S. Marine Corps' anniversary.
On November 10, 2025, Barrett acknowledged the Marine Corps’ historic milestone by stating, "Happy birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps! For 250 years, our Marines have proudly and courageously answered the call to defend our nation at a moment's notice. Generation after generation, they've carried out some of our military’s toughest missions with honor and distinction, and https://t.co/oe8jQeFqVF".
The following day, he shared a personal reflection about his own entry into military service: "Just a few days after graduating high school, I boarded the first plane I’d ever been on to fly to basic training, where the trajectory of my life changed forever. I’ll always be grateful for the lessons I learned, the memories I made, and most importantly, the brothers and https://t.co/OL1ebe7iCP" (November 11, 2025).
Later that day, Barrett encouraged readers to seek further information by posting: "Read more: https://t.co/6x8Mi4Hsk0" (November 11, 2025).
The United States Marine Corps was established on November 10, 1775. The annual birthday celebration honors its long-standing role as an elite branch of the armed forces responsible for rapid-response operations worldwide. Congressman Tom Barrett has previously highlighted his own military background as part of his public service career.
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