Like many of you, I am devastated by yesterday’s attacks in Kabul.
My heart is with the loved ones of our fallen heroes, who were working to safely evacuate fellow Americans, Afghan partners who have supported our mission for 20 years, and Afghan civilians, especially women and girls.
My team also found out that at least one of the families we had been working to safely evacuate unfortunately fell victim to yesterday’s attacks as well.
Please join me in praying for our fallen heroes, victims from the attacks, our troops, our Afghan partners, innocent Afghan civilians and our leadership. My heart is broken.
I pray that God’s peace and comfort be with our 13 new Gold Star Families and all those who are mourning. As 2 Thessalonians 3:16 says, "Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you."
My team is working around the clock to help as many families as we can. If you need help for yourself or a loved one, please reach out to us at ca39casework@mail.house.gov.
I look forward to asking tough questions at future Foreign Affairs Committee hearings, but right now our top priority must be evacuating all Americans in the next four days. The clock is ticking.
I cannot imagine the emotions our veterans may be experiencing at this time. For those who feel alone, please do not hesitate to reach out. Free, confidential support is available for veterans 24/7 at the VA’s crisis line. Call: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1) or Text: 838-255.
We are the land of the free because of the brave. God bless the United States of America and God Bless our troops.
