Shelley Moore Capito highlights support for ICE officials and local emergency services

Senator Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator for West Virginia
Senator Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator for West Virginia
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Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia, shared a series of posts on February 10, 2026, addressing support for law enforcement, expressing gratitude to military personnel, and highlighting local infrastructure improvements.

In a post published at 14:32 UTC, Capito voiced her backing for federal immigration authorities. “I fully support our ICE officials and their mission to enforce our immigration laws. Our law enforcement officers should be able to do their jobs safely without fear or intimidation.”

Later that day at 19:49 UTC, she recognized the service of a member of the West Virginia National Guard. “Wishing a happy 25th Birthday to our very own @WVNationalGuard Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe. We are extremely grateful for your bravery and dedication to West Virginia and our Country, and West Virginia continues to pray for your full recovery!”

At 21:31 UTC on the same day, Capito discussed efforts to modernize emergency services in Ridgley. “As Ridgley Volunteer Fire Company continues to modernize, the need for improvement is critical. That’s why I was proud to have secured CDS funding that will support the construction of a new fire station to replace their current 54-year old facility.

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Senator Capito has served as a U.S. Senator since 2015 and is known for her advocacy on behalf of law enforcement agencies and first responders in West Virginia.



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