DeLauro Statement on Terror Attack Outside Kabul Airport and The U.S. Service Members and Afghan Victims Killed and Wounded

NEW HAVEN – House Appropriations Committee Chair Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) issued this statement on the terror attack at Hamid Karzai International Airport:

"I am horrified by today's heinous attack outside the Kabul airport and condemn these cowardly acts of terror. My heart breaks over the innocent lives taken today, and I mourn the loss of our brave United States military members who were killed in service of this critical mission. I pray for their families as they receive news of the loss of their loved ones and share in every American's gratitude for their ultimate sacrifice.

"I applaud President Biden for his commitment and determination: this mission is not over. Through today's devastation, we must remain committed to safely evacuating all American service members and citizens, Afghan allies, and the vulnerable populations that will be targeted by the Taliban.

"I will continue to work with my colleagues and the Biden Administration to ensure our military and diplomats in Afghanistan have the tools they need to successfully complete this mission. I am grateful for their steadfast courage.

"As the President said, we will not forgive, and we will not forget. In all that we do, may we honor the lives of the heroes lost today and keep their families in our prayers."