UPI/Kevin Dietsch
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Arizona Senator John McCain passed away Saturday, August 25, from cancer. Iowa’s top elected officials responded with statements:
Gov. Kim Reynolds issued the following statement Saturday night on the passing of Sen. John McCain: “Today, we lost an American hero. John McCain’s life reflected some of the very best our county had to offer. He understood the greatness of America, fought tirelessly for our values and put forth decades of admirable service to this nation. He was a loving husband and father, and we will never forget him or the legacy he leaves behind.”
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley said, “John McCain & I served together in the United States Senate for 32 years. His tenacity & courage, including in Vietnam as a POW for 6 years- won’t be forgotten. I join the nation tonight in honoring Sen McCain’s life and legacy of service.”
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst said, “Sen. John McCain was the personification of service to our country. May he rest in peace.”
U.S. Representative Steve King said, “Only those who suffered at the Hanoi Hilton(s) really know all the suffering endured by our POW’s. John McCain used every day of his life in preparation for or actively serving our country. RIP, John.”
President Donald Trump, known to clash with McCain, also released a brief statement, saying, “My deepest sympathies and respect go out to the family of Senator John McCain. Our hearts and prayers are with you!”
My deepest sympathies and respect go out to the family of Senator John McCain. Our hearts and prayers are with you!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 26, 2018
Headline says “14 Responses…” There are 14 responses. Badassious must be having a liberal moment.
It is interesting that NIT decided to allow the morons who think it is their right and duty to delete posts to delete the posts on this article.
Hypocrites. You bust your collecive political asses to say nice things now but were deadly silent when Trump bashed and raped him. Karma be upon you!
All you have to known is that Trump and sters are not invited – speakers – OBAMA and BUSH – Birds of the feather flock together !
mccain should have never got into politics (said my 90 yr old grandma from Ariz)
seeing what he has done since I started paying attention –I agree
Less of Trump in the news the better.
Eveyone is a saint when they pass- I google his past – seems a 105 navy people don’t think to highly of him – he hated Trump and what was know as a rino . Google the hero – especially his take off from the aircraft carrier.