John Rutherford: “I am honored to be here this evening with my friend, Sheriff Dave Reichert, and all of my colleagues who stand with our…”

“I am honored to be here this evening with my friend, Sheriff Dave Reichert, and all of my colleagues who stand with our law enforcement officers, their families, and their communities for this National Police Week. It is a time where we come together as a country to recognize the sacrifices our police officers make for us every time they put on that uniform. Last week I had the privilege of attending the Nassau County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Memorial Service in Florida, where we recognized those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. And in a very special way, we honored the life of Officer Eric James Oliver, who was killed in the line of duty on November 22, 2016. Officer Oliver died doing what he loved, protecting and serving his community. Before he joined the sheriff's office, Officer Oliver served our Nation in the United States Navy. But his most important job, Mr. Speaker, was being the loving father to his 6-year-old daughter, Shelby. Tonight I commend the many sacrifices made by each and every law enforcement officer in Florida's Fourth District, but this year we give special recognition to Officer Eric Oliver and the great loss felt by his family, his Nassau County Sheriff's Office colleagues, and our entire northeast Florida community. Tonight I also want to honor in a special way two Department of Homeland Security officers who lost their lives in service to their country. First, I rise to honor Special Agent Jeremy Scott McGuire.…”