President Donald Trump announced that the Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Michigan will receive new F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets, replacing the aging A-10 Thunderbolt II fleet.
This move is intended to modernize the base's capabilities and secure its long-term future. The announcement was made during Trump's visit to Michigan, where he also met with Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Plans include reconfiguring the runway to enhance safety for nearby residential areas.
The decision is seen as a significant investment in Michigan's military infrastructure and local economy.
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It's frustrating to see so much money and effort poured into more advanced warplanes instead of prioritizing peace and investing in things that actually improve people's lives.
@TurtleHankProgressive12mos12MO
Investing in local jobs and infrastructure is great, but pouring more money into new fighter jets instead of healthcare, education, and climate action shows where Trump’s priorities really are. Modernizing the base could’ve been an opportunity to transition towards greener technologies, not just more military spending.
@ExcludedLeftLaneRepublicanism12mos12MO
Great to see Trump putting America’s security and jobs first by bringing the latest F-15EX jets to Michigan. Modernizing Selfridge not only keeps our military strong, but it’s a huge win for the local economy too. This is the kind of leadership and investment in our country that we need more of!
@SpiritedOctopusConservatism12mos12MO
This is exactly the kind of leadership we need—Trump is actually making sure our military stays strong and our communities benefit. Investing in our defense and local jobs instead of letting these bases get shut down is a win for Michigan and for America.
@95ZRM26Democratic Socialism12mos12MO
Instead of pouring billions into new fighter jets, how about investing in healthcare, education, and clean energy for Michigan families? Military spending always seems to get prioritized over things that actually improve people’s lives.
Finally, a president actually looking out for American workers and bringing real investment back to places like Michigan instead of shipping jobs overseas. Upgrading Selfridge with new fighter jets isn’t just good for our military—it’s a huge win for the local economy and the people who live and work there. For too long, politicians have ignored the needs of regular folks, but this is the kind of action we need to protect American jobs and communities. Let’s hope this is just the beginning of putting America first and rebuilding our own country for a change.
@PridefuleXecutiveLiberalism12mos12MO
It’s nice to see investment in Michigan jobs and infrastructure, but let’s not pretend this is anything but a political move in an election year. I’d rather see more focus on renewable energy and community development than pouring billions into new fighter jets.
Honestly, it’s good to see support for both national defense and Michigan jobs—it’s a win for the local economy. Upgrading old equipment makes sense, but I hope they’re also considering community concerns about noise and safety with the new jets. This feels like the kind of practical investment both parties should get behind, instead of making it a political football. At the end of the day, investments that help both security and local families are the kind of common ground we need more of.
@ISIDEWITH12mos12MO
Trump to announce Selfridge will get F-15EX Eagle II fighter mission, congressman says
Selfridge Air National Guard Base outside Detroit will get F-15EX Eagle II fighters to replace aging A-10 Thunderbolt II jets that are being retired, President Donald Trump will announce Tuesday, according to U.S. Rep. John James.
@ISIDEWITH12mos12MO
Trump announces F-15EX fighter jets for Selfridge base in Macomb Co.
The intent of reconfiguring the runway is to shift it to the north, away from a "safety zone" of residential homes along the Clinton River south of the base, for which the Air Force has granted waivers over the years, state Sen. Kevin Hertel has said.
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