Honoring Secretary John McHugh

Floor Speech

* Mr. GRIFFITH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the accomplishments of former Congressman and the 21st Secretary of the Army John McHugh.

* In more than 8 terms in Congress, Secretary McHugh has served as a steadfast and reliable advocate for our men and women in uniform. His drive and determination for our soldiers have played a major role in the way we repay our troops.

* Throughout his career, Secretary McHugh has always sought new ways to serve his country, and America is better for it. Over the last eight years, he has made fourteen official visits to Iraq, Afghanistan, and multiple other deployed locations to visit United States forces.

* In his own words, Secretary McHugh has inspired many. Earlier this year, he summed up perfectly what it means to be an American--in uniform or civilian--when he asked, ``What else can I do to serve?''

* The United States Army has been placed in the capable hands of Secretary John McHugh, and I wish him the best of luck in his new position.

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