This resolution formally honors 13 individuals — mostly Special Operations veterans and one civilian — who organized a private rescue mission during the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021. Led by Force Recon Marine Chad Robichaux, the team mobilized within hours to evacuate Robichaux's former combat interpreter and thousands of others from Taliban-controlled territory. Over 10 days at Kabul's airport, they helped rescue roughly 12,000 people, and continued remote rescue efforts for two more months, ultimately saving over 17,000 lives total.
Congressional Summary
Expresses recognition and honor for the service and sacrifice of all personnel involved in the 2021 Afghanistan evacuation (Operation Allies Refuge) that rescued over 17,000 people.
Legislative Subjects
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Action Date
- 2025-07-17
- Date Added
- 2026-03-31
- Source
- Congress.gov →
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