[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 180 (Wednesday, November 14, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1522]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               IN RECOGNITION OF SHERIFF CHARLES McDONALD

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                           HON. MARK MEADOWS

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 14, 2018

  Mr. MEADOWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize my friend, 
Sheriff Charles McDonald, who has served as a faithful law enforcement 
officer in Henderson County for over thirty years. With the support of 
his wife, Jennie, Sheriff McDonald has demonstrated an unwavering 
commitment to the people of Henderson County and to the safety of our 
community.
  Sheriff Charles McDonald served in the Navy for four years before 
beginning his public safety career in 1985 as a Patrol Deputy in 
Henderson County. Over the next 25 years, McDonald went on to serve as 
a Lieutenant in the Drug Enforcement Unit, Patrol Squad Lieutenant, 
SWAT Team Leader, Department Training Officer, Chief of Criminal 
Investigations, Sheriff's Command Staff, and Captain.
  In June 2010, Sheriff Charles McDonald retired with 25 years of 
service in public safety until March 2012 when he was appointed by the 
Henderson County Board of Commissioners to the Office of Sheriff. After 
six years of faithful service, Sheriff McDonald will complete his duty 
in office on December 3, 2018.
  Under Sheriff McDonald's leadership, the department has effectively 
combated illegal and prescription drug abuse in the Henderson County 
community through prevention efforts, education, and enforcement. 
During his tenure, over $4.3 million dollars in illegal drugs have been 
apprehended by the Henderson County Drug Unit since 2014. Additionally, 
245 drug conspirators, traffickers, dealers, and users have been 
arrested and prosecuted. Sheriff McDonald has prioritized 
rehabilitation for inmates by encouraging education in life skills and 
providing addiction resources through private and non-profit programs.
  Sheriff McDonald is highly regarded among his peers and has been 
recognized as a ``vetted instructor'' by the U.S. Department of State 
in ATA Counter Terrorism programs since the September 11th terrorist 
attacks. Sheriff McDonald has worked for private companies as a 
contract instructor concentrating in law enforcement tactical training 
and has served as an instructor abroad in South America and the Middle 
East on Counter Terrorism, Crisis Response, and Tactical Command 
training and planning.
  His devotion to public safety has established him as a respected 
leader in Henderson County and Western North Carolina. On behalf of the 
people of North Carolina, it is my distinct honor to recognize Sheriff 
McDonald for his devoted service to his community.

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