President Biden on Saturday offered his condolences to the National Guard and Border Patrol members killed in recent helicopter crashes.
Biden: “These brave Americans gave their lives to protect our country.” Said In a statement. “They signed up knowing the risks and believing in the mission to serve their fellow Americans by keeping our country safe. Our gratitude is deep and their sacrifice will never be forgotten. ”
“Our deepest condolences go out to their families and loved ones, and to our colleagues in the National Guard and U.S. Border Patrol,” Biden continued.
A helicopter flying over the southern Texas border crashed Friday. The military said two National Guard soldiers and a Border Patrol agent were killed in the crash, according to the Associated Press. Additionally, one passenger and crew member was injured.
“I wish the injured Guard a speedy recovery,” Biden said in a statement Saturday.
Gen. Daniel Hokansson, Director of the National Guard Bureau, Said In a posting to I would like to express my condolences.” In today’s helicopter crash in Texas. ”
“We mourn these heartbreaking deaths. They are tragic losses that cannot be described in words. We pray for the speedy recovery of the third Guardsman who was seriously injured. These people All of them selflessly serve and represent the best of America,” Hokanson continued.
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