[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 19 (Thursday, February 1, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H376]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       CHEROKEE COMPANY SEND-OFF

  (Mr. CLYDE asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CLYDE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Georgia National 
Guard's Cherokee Company soldiers.
  Over the weekend, I was honored to attend a send-off ceremony in 
Gainesville, Georgia, for Cherokee Company troops ahead of their 
deployment to Kuwait. The following day our Nation learned the tragic 
news that three U.S. soldiers were killed at Tower 22 in Jordan by a 
drone attack carried out by Iranian-backed terrorists.
  During these times of global instability, we must honor, support, and 
thank our brave servicemembers who answer the call of duty to defend 
our country, preserve our peace, and protect our precious freedoms. I 
firmly believe that one of the best ways we can support both our troops 
deploying overseas and their families is through the power of prayer.
  I urge Georgia's Ninth District and all others in our State to join 
me in praying for strength, wisdom, and protection for our soldiers as 
well, as for peace and comfort for their loved ones.
  Father, may Your mighty right hand protect our Cherokee Company 
troops, as well as all of our Nation's warriors who serve so that we 
can live in freedom in the greatest country on Earth. May Psalm 91 be 
their banner. In Jesus' name. Amen.

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