"Arrr, a fine house be built fer th' brave souls lost at Abbey Gate! Aye, they be legends now!"
2024-09-10
Arrr, House Speaker Mike Johnson, a scallywag from Louisiana, be handin' out shiny Gold Medals to them brave souls who met Davy Jones at the Abbey Gate! Aye, they be gone but not forgotten, as he be honorin’ their spirits with a grand show, even from beyond the grave!
Arrr matey, gather 'round fer a tale of valor and honor, as House Speaker Mike Johnson and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries tossed a grand ceremony, payin' tribute to 13 brave souls who met their fate at Abbey Gate during the tumultuous Afghanistan withdrawal! Aye, 'twas a mighty fine day when they bestowed the Gold Medal — the highest honor of Congress — upon these fallen sea dogs who perished in the treacherous ISIS-K bombing back in August of 2021.With a heart full of sorrow, Johnson named each valiant soul, apologizin' to their kin for the burdens they bear. These fine lads and lasses, from Marine Corps to Navy, were known by name, and their heroic deeds echoed in the hearts of all gathered. Johnson spoke of the debt owed to these heroes, declarin' that the government should have protected 'em better. With heartfelt words, he promised their families they shan't be forgotten.
As the ceremony wrapped, Coral Doolittle, the mother of one of the fallen, made a passionate plea: "Say their names!" She reminded all that though grief lingers, ceremonies like this ease the pain. Jeffries and McConnell also shared their sentiments, highlightin' the bravery and sacrifice these youngsters made in the face of danger. So here's to the 13, gallant defenders of freedom — we won't forget ye, me hearties!