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Download official House Record PDFReturn to issue contextREMEMBERING EIGHT INDIVIDUALS LOST IN B-52 STRATOFORTRESS CRASH AT
EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE
(Mr. FONG asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute.)
Mr. FONG. Mr. Speaker, our hearts are heavy as we honor and remember the eight individuals lost in the B-52 Stratofortress crash at Edwards Air Force Base on Monday, June 15, in Kern County, California:
Colonel Gregory Watson
Lieutenant Colonel Gabriel Estrella
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Miles Middleton
Major Alexander Davis
Major Robert Dee
Major Brad Hovey
Jeromy Smith
Christopher Rischar
facing an unimaginable loss. They represent the very best of our community and our country: Americans willing to give everything in defense of the United States of America.
May God grant them strength and peace during this difficult time. May He forever bless the memory of those we lost.
Mr. WHITESIDES. Mr. Speaker, I join my colleague in solemn remembrance today, standing here on behalf of the Edwards Air Force Base community and all those across the Nation who feel this loss so profoundly.
The eight crewmembers who lost their lives last week were heroes. They were performing work that was essential for the national security of our great country, work that is deeply woven into the fabric and history of the Antelope Valley.
Our prayers are with their families, friends, and loved ones.
Mr. FONG. Mr. Speaker, I ask that the House observe a moment of silence for these eight great Americans.