On the recordSeptember 24, 2019
On Sunday, I was grateful for the opportunity to participate in the ``Howdy, Modi'' welcome celebration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India in Houston attended by over 50,000 Indian Americans. With President Donald Trump attending, this event was historic for being the largest such welcome for a world leader in the history in the United States. It was an extraordinary day to appreciate India as the world's largest democracy, with America being the world's oldest democracy. The Prime Minister praised President Trump as a true friend in the White House, describing the President as ``warm, friendly, accessible, energetic, and full of wit.'' Mr. Trump praised Mr. Modi for doing a truly exceptional job for India. He also paid tribute to the Indian American community for its dynamic contributions with success in America. I appreciate being invited by President KV Kumar of the Indian American International Chamber of Commerce and being hosted by Ambassador Harsh Shringla and Consul General Swati Kulkarni. In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September the 11th in the global war on terrorism with the leadership of President Donald Trump. ____________________
