Rep. Riley Moore (R-WV) is advocating for the recognition of military personnel who have diligently served during the border crisis and its subsequent resolution under President Donald Trump's leadership
The freshman congressman has introduced the Faithful Patriot Campaign Medal Act, a legislative proposal aimed at honoring those who have served on the Southern Border since 2018. This initiative mandates the Secretary of Defense to design and distribute a new medal to acknowledge the contributions of these service members.
According to Breitbart, Moore's inspiration for this legislation stemmed from a visit to Arizona in March, where he, along with other congressmen, toured the Southern Border and engaged with officials. During this visit, Moore encountered members of the West Virginia National Guard, who were stationed far from home, actively participating in efforts to combat drug smuggling and human trafficking. This experience motivated Moore to push for formal recognition of their efforts.
"When I toured the Southern Border earlier this year, I saw firsthand our service members contributions in the fight against drug smuggling and human trafficking," Moore stated to Breitbart News. "While there, I met several West Virginia National Guardsmen deployed thousands of miles from home working on the front lines to protect our country from the border invasion."
Moore's legislative proposal comes on the heels of a significant achievement at the border. Since President Trump's inauguration, illegal border crossings have plummeted by 99%, reaching their lowest levels in decades. Furthermore, in recent months, no illegal aliens have been released into the U.S. interior, underscoring the effectiveness of the administration's border policies. The military's involvement has been pivotal in this success.
"President Trump was right to deploy the military to get the border crisis under control. Because of his leadership, we now enjoy unprecedented border security and have seen record declines in illegal immigration," Moore remarked. "Our troops played a major role in the missions success. Thats why Im proud to be leading this effort that recognizes their critical contributions by awarding those who served on the border with the new Faithful Patriot Campaign Medal."
The Faithful Patriot Campaign Medal Act represents a significant step in acknowledging the dedication and sacrifices of military personnel who have been instrumental in securing the nation's borders. By proposing this legislation, Moore seeks to ensure that their efforts do not go unnoticed, reinforcing the importance of traditional values and national security.
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