Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the following statement on the tragic deaths of the New York Army National Guard soldiers and a U.S. Border Patrol Agent in a helicopter crash on the Southern Border on Friday.
“Our hearts go out to the families of the New York Army National Guard soldiers and the U.S. Border Patrol Agent that were killed in Friday's helicopter crash on the Southern Border. We also pray for the full recovery of the New York soldier who was injured during the crash.
“These brave soldiers were deployed in support of Joint Task Force North to secure our Southern Border. This tragic loss is another reminder of the tremendous cost resulting from Joe Biden's border crisis.
“The selfless and brave service of these New York soldiers will not be forgotten.”
