Congressman Jake LaTurner issued the following statement following the news that at least twelve United States servicemembers have been killed by the attacks in Afghanistan:

“I am angered and heartbroken by what has happened in Afghanistan. The Biden Administration's lack of planning and complete mismanagement throughout this withdrawal process has now led to the deaths of at least twelve United States servicemembers. 

This is totally unacceptable. I will do my job representing the people of Kansas’ Second Congressional District by holding the Biden Administration accountable for this disaster. We must make it abundantly clear to the Taliban, ISIS, and all other extremist groups that any attacks on American citizens in Afghanistan will be met with the full force of the United States military.

Suzanne and I are praying for our servicemen and women, American citizens, and our allies on the ground in Kabul.

It didn’t have to be this way.”

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