[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 180 (Thursday, December 5, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H6379]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE LIFE OF OFFICER JESSE BRANCH

  (Mr. STAUBER asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. STAUBER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to pay my 
respects to Red Lake Police Officer Jesse Branch, who was killed in a 
car crash last week while responding to a call for service.
  At just 18 years old, Jesse committed himself to a career in law 
enforcement, starting as a corrections officer with the Red Lake 
Detention Center and eventually becoming a police officer.
  During his 17 years in law enforcement, Jesse earned the reputation 
as a man of integrity who was dedicated to the well-being and safety of 
his community.
  Even though Jesse's life was tragically cut short, the positive 
impact he had on the Red Lake Nation will be remembered for generations 
to come.
  Minnesota thanks him for his selfless service and sacrifice. My 
prayers are with his family, friends, colleagues, and all those who 
loved him.

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