Buddy Carter U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia's 1st district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Buddy Carter U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia's 1st district | Official U.S. House Headshot
Rep. Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (R-GA) has issued a statement in response to the identification of four soldiers from the 3rd Infantry Division, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, who were found deceased in Lithuania. These soldiers were based out of Fort Stewart, Georgia.
Carter expressed his condolences, saying, "My heart breaks for the families of Staff Sgt. Jose Duenez, Jr., Staff Sgt. Edvin F. Franco, Pfc. Dante D. Taitano, and Staff Sgt. Troy S. Knutson-Collins. While none of these brave men were native to Georgia, they are forever part of our state’s, and nation’s, story thanks to their selfless, courageous service." He encouraged others to join him in prayer for the families, the Fort Stewart community, and everyone affected by the loss.
Carter also announced plans to honor the soldiers on the House floor. "I will be holding a moment of silence on the House floor next week and invite my colleagues to stand alongside me in honor of these four American heroes. We are forever indebted to those who lay down their lives in defense of ours."
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