Rep. Matt Van Epps: From West Point to War Zones to Congress

In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Rep. Matt Van Epps to discuss a life defined by service—from the battlefield to Capitol Hill. A West Point graduate and member of the “Class of 9/11,” Van Epps shares how his upbringing, military experience flying combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, and continued service in the Tennessee Air National Guard shaped his commitment to country. He reflects on the lessons learned in leadership, sacrifice, and teamwork—and how those experiences led him to run for Congress. Now representing Tennessee’s 7th District, Van Epps talks about his early days in Congress, building relationships, and delivering results—including bipartisan legislation supporting Gold Star families. This episode is a powerful look at answering the call to serve—and how one path of service can lead to another.