Upper Peninsula Congressman Jack Bergman made the following statement after Tuesday night’s Iranian attack on American bases in Iraq:
Tonight we pray for safety for our Servicemembers and allies fighting to destroy terrorism across the globe.
I’ve flown in and out of Al Asad Airbase in Iraq many times as a Marine and have witnessed the important work done by our troops there. This oppressive Iranian regime has always been an aggressor and bully in the region, and as we see yet again tonight, they’re continuing down the path of evil escalation. The United States stands shoulder to shoulder with the good people of Iran who seek freedom and do not support this terrorist regime.
Let’s be clear: The United States eliminated a terrorist when we killed Soleimani – the Iranian government must take note and end its aggressive actions immediately. Our troops stand ready and in position to counter any attack on our positions and o
