He graduated from Bishop Miege High School in 1999 , where he had been a member of the debate team . He then attended American University , where he studied political science . After the September 11 attacks , he enlisted in the Army National Guard . While earning his law degree at Georgetown University , he earned his commission as a second lieutenant through the University 's ROTC battalion . After completing his law degree in 2005 , he volunteered for a tour in Afghanistan , where he served as an intelligence officer . While serving , his main responsibilities included investigating groups and individuals suspected of corruption , espionage , drug trafficking , and facilitating Al Qaeda and the Taliban
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
Jason Kander