Ros-Lehtinen Statement on Killing of Bin Laden

Statement

U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement on the announcement that Osama bin Laden has been killed:

"The death of Osama bin Laden strikes a significant blow to those violent extremists who seek to do our nation harm. But our struggle against the enemies of freedom continues.

"This outcome is a testament to the commitment and determination of our military, intelligence, and diplomatic personnel who continue to use all available resources to defeat our enemies and protect our homeland. This sends a clear message to the families of those who perished on September 11, 2001 and in the ongoing battle against the agents of hatred, that the sacrifice of their loved ones is not forgotten. It sends a clear message to our adversaries that we will not rest and will not waver in our defense of liberty."

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