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A Statement from Senator Rob Ortt
Robert G. Ortt
August 26, 2021
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ISSUE:
- Afghanistan
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As a veteran of the war in Afghanistan, it has been extremely difficult to watch the devastating loss of American lives in Kabul. My heart breaks for their families and loved ones.
This terrorist attack is a painful reminder that extremists are intent on killing Americans. The President’s total lack of leadership has turned our evacuation efforts into an all-out retreat, empowered terrorists, and put America and her allies at risk.
It is now up to this administration to find and bring to justice those who are responsible for this heinous attack on our fellow Americans.
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