In response to news reports that Iran fired ballistic missiles into Iraq, Arizona representatives held the rhetorical fire and offered prayers for the troops.
Praying for our men and women overseas and for their loved ones back home. Keep them close tonight. ??
— Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (@RepDLesko) January 8, 2020
Praying for our military men & women deployed in the Middle East and their families at home. ??
— Rep. Paul Gosar, DDS (@RepGosar) January 8, 2020
I operated out of Al Asad when I served in Iraq. Praying for the safety of our troops there tonight.
— Ruben Gallego (@RepRubenGallego) January 7, 2020
#AZ01: As we receive developments on Iranian military attacks on two airbases in Iraq housing American troops, our entire nation prays for US servicemembers stationed in the region, and their families. https://t.co/OTLdRtN0z6
— Rep. Tom O'Halleran (@RepOHalleran) January 8, 2020
I pray for our American troops in Iraq, may they be safe. https://t.co/JbPpCELr4N
— Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (@RepKirkpatrick) January 8, 2020
All is well! Missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment of casualties & damages taking place now. So far, so good! We have the most powerful and well equipped military anywhere in the world, by far! I will be making a statement tomorrow morning.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 8, 2020