[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 25 (Thursday, February 6, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E102]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CELEBRATING THE RETIREMENT OF U.S. CAPITOL POLICE OFFICER ELLIOTT E. 
                              DOUGLAS, JR.

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                        HON. JONATHAN L. JACKSON

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 6, 2025

  Mr. JACKSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
career of dedicated U.S. Capitol Police Officer, Elliot E. Douglas, Jr. 
Officer Douglas retired this past December after 22 years of service 
with the Capitol Police.
  The brave men and women of the USCP stand guard over our Capitol each 
day they come to work. They spend their careers prepared to risk their 
lives to protect our Capitol. Every member in this body is thankful for 
their service and sacrifice. Among their finest, is Officer Douglas, 
Jr.
  Born and raised in our capital city, Officer Douglas graduated from 
McKinley High School in 1988. Early in his life Officer Douglas 
expressed a desire to serve his country after joining the U.S. Army two 
weeks after graduating high school. While serving his country 
honorably, he worked as a cannon crewmember, military policeman, and in 
logistics. He served in active duty from 1988 to 1991 before completing 
his remaining 20-year career with the army as a member of the U.S. army 
reserves.
  In November of 2002, Officer Douglas Jr. joined the U.S. Capitol 
Police. Throughout his tenure he has worked in the House, Senate, and 
Capitol divisions of the USCP. Officer Douglas Jr. is known for his 
devout faith, friendliness, and reliability as an officer and friend.
  While serving his country honorably, Officer Douglas Jr. has 
continued to advance his education, earning a bachelor's degree from 
Ohio Christian University in 2013, his master's degree from Regent 
University in 2017, and his Master of Divinity in 2024. He is currently 
pursuing his Doctorate at Trinity International University, located in 
my home state of Illinois.
  As he looks back on his long career of public service, he remembers 
his time in the U.S. Army and the Capitol Police fondly. Some of his 
favorite memories include traveling to Italy, Germany, Turkey, and 
Central America while in the Army, and making lifelong friends with his 
fellow Capitol Police officers.
  In retirement, he plans to continue his education and finish his 
doctorate and to take some much-needed time to rest and relax on the 
beach with his wife.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of my colleagues in Congress, I want to thank 
Officer Douglas Jr. for his outstanding service, kindness, and 
professionalism. I thank him for giving us his best and for providing a 
safe, secure workplace every day. It has been an honor to serve with 
him.

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