[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 170 (Wednesday, September 29, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H5517]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING OUR BRAVE SERVICEMEMBERS

  (Mrs. KIM of California asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. KIM of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to remember our 
13 fallen servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice to save the 
lives of Americans and our allies in Afghanistan.
  These brave men and women--including southern California marines 
Lance Corporal Dylan Merola, Lance Corporal Kareem Nikoui, and Corporal 
Hunter Lopez--were young, many in their 20s and incredibly brave, 
valiantly putting their lives on the line for others.
  Their valiant efforts, courage, and heroism in the face of danger 
will never be forgotten.
  We remember their names and their stories always, and we rally with 
our new Gold Star families.
  My heart is also with our wounded soldiers, including Marine Corporal 
David Nick Traylor from La Habra in my 39th Congressional District. 
Thankfully, he is safe and is in good care. I am praying for safety for 
them and their loved ones.

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