John Rutherford: “I thank the gentleman from New York for yielding. I really appreciate him hosting this Special Order hour so that we can…”

“I thank the gentleman from New York for yielding. I really appreciate him hosting this Special Order hour so that we can recognize the sacrifice of these two men. As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve mankind, to safeguard lives and property, to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression and intimidation, the peaceful against violence and disorder, and to respect the constitutional rights of all men to liberty, equality, and justice. Mr. Speaker, that is the code of ethics for every law enforcement officer across this great country. That is the code and the oath that binds us all together as law enforcement officers. So as a former sheriff, I rise today with a truly heavy heart to honor the life of Lieutenant Michael Hoosock and of Michael Jensen. Mr. Speaker, as you have heard, on Sunday, April 14, of 2024, Lieutenant Hoosock and Officer Jensen were killed in the line of duty while responding to a traffic stop that went awry. These officers' lives were suddenly and viciously taken while answering the call to protect and serve their community. Lieutenant Hoosock was a brave servant leader and a devoted public servant, father, and husband. He served 17 years in the Onondaga County Sheriff's Office where he served wherever he was needed the most, I am told. Wherever they would send him, he gave his best.…”