Mike Rogers remembers the 13 service members killed during the retreat from Afghanistan
Alabama Congressional members remember the 13 U.S. soldiers killed at the Kabul Airport two years ago at the end of America’s combat operations in Afghanistan. Congressman Mike Rogers (R-AL03), the Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement Saturday on the two-year anniversary of the terrorist attack that took place at Hamid Karzai International Airport on August 26, 2021 in Kabul, Afghanistan. The attack resulted in the deaths of 13 U.S. servicemembers and over 100 innocent Afghan civilians. “U.S. Servicemembers have never hesitated to answer the call to defend freedom in the face of evil,” said Rogers. “Two years ago, an ISIS-K terrorist killed 13 U.S. service members who were protecting civilians fleeing Afghanistan. These young men and women embodied the very best of our nation – we must never forget their selfless bravery.” “It is unfathomable that two years after this horrific attack no one in the Biden administration has been held accountable for the botched withdrawal that led to the deaths of 13 Americans,” Rep. Rogers continued. “I will continue to investigate the Biden administration’s handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal and seek the accountability the American people deserve.” Congressman Jerry Carl (R-AL01) also shared his condolences for the slain servicemembers. “Two years ago today, we lost 13 brave servicemen who were working to get Americans out of Afghanistan,” Rep. Carl wrote on Twitter. “We are forever grateful for their sacrifice and their service to our country. I pray for continued healing for their family members and loved ones.” U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) also commented on the sad anniversary. “Two years ago, @JoeBiden‘s incompetence got 13 Americans killed in Afghanistan. “It was the deadliest day in our military in a decade,” Sen. Tuberville said on Twitter. “Since then, thousands of Afghans have died and the Taliban controls more territory than they did before 9/11.” Congressman Barry Moore (R-AL02) said on Twitter, “May we never forget the heroes we lost in Afghanistan two years ago today. David Espinoza Nicole Gee Taylor Hoover Ryan Knauss Hunter Lopez Dylan Merola Rylee McCollum Kareem Nikoui Daegan Page Johanny Pichardo Humberto Sanchez Jared Schmitz Maxton Soviak” Afghanistan was the longest war in the history of the United States, lasting just 11 days short of 20 years. In April, the Whitehouse released documents defending President Joe Biden’s decision-making in the withdrawal. “This was the biggest national embarrassment in at least 40 years,” Tuberville added. “Since then, @JoeBiden has only continued to inject his left-wing politics into our military. It needs to stop and it needs to stop now.” To connect with the author of this story or to comment, email brandonmreporter@gmail.com.
Alabama congressmen join legislation to honor service members who died in Afghanistan
Congressman Jerry Carl, Gary Palmer, and Mo Brooks joined 158 Members of Congress in introducing legislation to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. military service members who were killed in Afghanistan. Michigan congresswoman Lisa McClain introduced the legislation. Two suicide bombers and gunmen attacked the crowds flocking to Kabul’s airport last Thursday, killing at least 60 Afghans and 13 U.S. troops. The legislation will award the Congressional Gold Medal to Staff Sgt. Darin Taylor Hoover, Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo, Sgt. Nicole Gee, Cpl. Hunter Lopez, Cpl. Daegan Page, Cpl. Humberto Sanchez, Cpl. David Lee Espinoza, Lance Cpl. Jared Schmitz, Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum, Lance Cpl. Dylan Merola, Lance Cpl. Kareem Nikoui, Hospitalman Maxton Soviak, and Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss. Rep. Carl stated on Twitter, “I’m a proud cosponsor of this bipartisan legislation. The world is a better, safer place because of our servicemembers who have served in Afghanistan. May we never forget their sacrifices to fight terrorism and protect America.” Palmer commented, “Honored to cosponsor @RepLisaMcClain’s bill to recognize the sacrifices of the brave US service members who gave their lives in #Afghanistan last week. Their courage will be remembered.” “These heroic men and women are gone far too soon, and we must honor them for their bravery in helping U.S. citizens, and Afghan allies safely evacuate Afghanistan,” said Rep. McClain. “My heart aches for the families and loved ones of our service members. We will always remember their service and pay tribute to their sacrifice.”
