Ft Wayne Times

Jim Banks, a U.S. Congressman representing Indiana's 3rd district, shared several tweets highlighting his support for Elbridge Colby and his views on defense policy. The tweets were posted in early March 2025.

On March 4, 2025, Jim Banks expressed his admiration for Elbridge Colby by stating that he is "one of the leading defense & foreign policy minds of our generation." He emphasized Colby's understanding of the threat posed by China and declared his full support for him. "Elbridge Colby is one of the leading defense & foreign policy minds of our generation."

Later that day, Banks announced his participation in introducing Elbridge Colby at a nomination hearing with Vice President Vance. He described Colby as an important ally at the Pentagon for President Trump and reiterated his full support. "I was proud to introduce my friend @ElbridgeColby at his nomination hearing alongside @VP Vance today."

The following day, on March 5, 2025, Banks tweeted a brief message declaring "AMERICA IS BACK," accompanied by an American flag emoji. "AMERICA IS BACK "