And, 2. 5 million women honored for their service and a singular surprise. Soledad the only woman ever to receive the medal of honor, Mary Edwards Walker. Find out what this Civil War Veteran did to earn the honor. Soledad im soledad obrien. Welcome to matter of fact. Its memorial day weekend, a time when we pause to remember and honor those who died while serving in the u. S. Armed forces. Today, our salute is a look back on the service of some of the bravest among us. The medal of honor is the highest award that can be given to a military hero in this country. It is bestowed by the president on behalf of Congress Following an extraordinary act of bravery. An honor reserved for those who risk their own lives, above and beyond the call of duty, in action against an enemy. More than just another accolade, it advances careers, provides a lifetime stipend, and allows the children of honorees a smooth path into the military academies. For those honored, it makes a world of difference. Toda
Ladies and gentlemen, please join me as we mark this occasion in word of prayer. Almighty god, champion of liberty and the oppressed, hear our prayers. You protect the righteous and bring justice to the flow. We gather today to honor the spirit of a warrior, who remained focused on the lives of his team and what needed to be done. He put the safety of others above his own, ran toward danger, and met it facetoface. Thank you for Master Sergeant Matthew Williams, an exemplary of heroism, whose heart and soul were tested in battle, producing the stronger man we honor today. His character were revealed in a moment, and his example inspires us all. God bless matthew, is loving and devoted wife, their son, his extended family and comrades in arms here today. Let matthews life and legacy and this very metal be a reminder for us all to face our fears and find our own moments to shine. May the lamp of liberty continue to burn bright on the u. S. And army and may we be a beacon of hope and peace
Ladies and gentlemen, the president of the United States , accompanied by medal of honor recipient Master Sergeant Matthew Williams, United States army. Ladies and gentlemen, please join me as we mark this occasion in word of prayer. Almighty god, champion of liberty and the oppressed, hear our prayers. You protect the righteous and bring justice to the flow. We gather today to honor the spirit of a warrior, who remained focused on the lives of his team and what needed to be done. He put the safety of others above his own, ran toward danger, and met it facetoface. Thank you for Master Sergeant Matthew Williams, an exemplary of heroism, whose heart and soul were tested in battle, producing the stronger man we honor today. His character were revealed in a moment, and his example inspires us all. God bless matthew, is loving and devoted wife, their son, his extended family and comrades in arms here today. Let matthews life and legacy and this very metal be a reminder for us all to face ou
Host but did they treat you with respect . One of them complained the did not respect them but a lot did not complain about that. Host what do you think needs to happen at this point . These women are obviously the 40 women we are talking about it is such an obvious case. But there are many others who dont fall neatly into a category, what are you hearing from the community from the afghan families, and how are they getting by right now . I think a lot of frustration and disappointment. Because keep in mind i think post 9 11, the u. S. Arrival in afghanistan was extremely welcomed. We still call on the u. S. As our allies and i do say i am not the ambassador, as part of my job but i still care regardless to keep the ties between the two nations of peoples. Because i know how warm everything had been in terms of when individuals like you all reached out and try to make sure to bring those who were in danger to the u. S. Now we are stuck in this chaos of paperwork and processes. And proc
I want to begin by recognizing christy champlain. If you would mind standing would love for everyone to see. Motherinlaw, Sergeant Nicole g. Lost at the abbey gate. Alicia lopez. The mother of hunter low pass. Killed in action at the abbey gate. Coral were seeing now. And allen do a little. Parents of Corporal Humberto sanchez, also killed in action. Thank you for joining us and raising patriots, im sorry for your loss. I am never going to recognize for an opening statement. Im not going to begin by belabouring this point. They president s withdraw was a complete and other catastrophe. The images of people hanging off of planes and handing their babies over two airport malls are seared into our country. Collective conscience. Yesterday, every member of this committee and this a reported to require the state departments come up with a plan for reimbursing the numerous outside groups getting involved to rescue americans. From afghanistan. I can guarantee that private citizens by some of