Elise Stefanik: “First, I want to thank my HASC colleague and friend, Jackie Walorski, for all of her efforts to prevent the transfer of…”

“First, I want to thank my HASC colleague and friend, Jackie Walorski, for all of her efforts to prevent the transfer of terrorists from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and introducing H.R. 5351, of which I am a proud cosponsor. I stand here today as the Representative of the Army's 10th Mountain Division, resilient warriors who have been an integral force in the war on terror in Afghanistan and Iraq since 9/11. As we all know, GTMO is comprised of some of the world's most heinous terrorists, and we have lost many servicemembers' lives in their pursuit. As the 10th Mountain Division and others continue to serve in harm's way, it is our duty to provide oversight and ensure the administration is held accountable before any American dies at the hands of a released detainee. Releasing these terrorists and closing GTMO is a true national security concern at home; therefore, I urge my colleagues to stand with our brave men and women in uniform and show them that their sacrifices have not gone to waste and vote today in support of H.R. 5351.”