Presented by CH (COL) Vincent A. Cummings, Command Chaplain for the District of Columbia National Guard, this week's Motivational Monday Minute focuses on people. While tools facilitate, people drive innovation, decision-making, and mission accomplishment. Long-term success is achieved by prioritizing training, leadership, and care for personnel over mere investment in equipment. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Ayan Sheikh)
The District of Columbia National Guard Counterdrug Program concluded Fiscal Year 2025 with historic achievements in drug interdiction support, community outreach, and compliance, solidifying the program’s supporting role in protecting District residents and assisting law enforcement partners across the region.
U.S. Airmen assigned to the 113th Wing, District of Columbia National Guard, volunteered at Langston Golf Course in Washington, D.C., to support Special Olympics D.C. during a youth golf open play event, Nov. 6, 2025.