Washington, Feb. 9 -- Congresswoman Valerie Foushee issued the following press release:

Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) announced 22 students from North Carolina's Fourth Congressional District received nominations for admission into our nation's four service academies: the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.

"It is an honor each year to nominate exceptional students from my district to our nation's prestigious service academies," said Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04). "This next generation of leaders is shaping our country through their hard work, commitment to service, and outstanding leadership. I am very proud of their academic and extracu...