Hank's statement on the end of the Iraq War

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) released the following statement today on the end of the Iraq War:

“Today I’m pleased to confirm that the U.S. military mission in Iraq has ended. After 8 years of war, our forces are coming home with honor.

I honor and thank our men and women in uniform, who fought with characteristic courage and professionalism. They and their families, who have carried such a heavy burden, will be reunited for the holidays. More than 1.5 million have served in Iraq, 32,226 have been wounded, and 4,487 have died. These sacrifices will never be forgotten, and today – above all else – my thoughts are with the families whose loved ones won’t be coming home and those family members called upon to care for the wounded.

I commend our Commander-in-Chief for making good on his commitment to lead a responsible end to our mission in Iraq.”

Rep. Johnson is a member of the House Armed Services and Judiciary Committees.

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