[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026)]
[Senate]
[Page S574]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                    TRIBUTE TO WINTON P. LOFTON, SR.

 Mr. CASSIDY. Mr. President, I want to recognize Winton P. 
Lofton, Sr., a proud resident of Winnsboro, LA, who will turn 100 years 
old on February 17.
  Winton grew up in Franklin Parish and answered the call to service at 
just 17 years old, enlisting in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He 
served for 6 years, traveling tens of thousands of miles from home. 
Winton is now the sole surviving World War II veteran in Franklin 
Parish, a living reminder of all the great men and women who fought for 
our country and secured our freedom.
  Since returning home, Winton has devoted his life to his community 
and his church. He and his wife Marie have helped build churches across 
the country and remain pillars of their local faith community. A devout 
Southern Baptist, Winton continues to pray every day for our country 
and its leadership.
  I am told he is still driving at 100 years young, and that his faith, 
discipline, and love of country remain as strong as ever.
  Winton, thank you for your service. You make Louisiana proud. Happy 
birthday.

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