U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-TX, shakes hands with Maj. Gen. Thomas Bussiere, 8th Air Force commander, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, April 18, 2017. The purpose of the visit was to familiarize the senator with the base and its mission sets, get a glimpse at a day in the life of Team Dyess Airmen and meet with Abilene community leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kedesha Pennant)