Congressman Gene Green (TX29) :: Press Release :: Gene Green Visits Iraq And Afghanistan Front Line During 4th Of July Holiday:

Washington, DC - Congressman Gene Green (TX-29) joined three other Members of Congress on a Congressional Delegation (CODEL) trip to visit health care facilities for injured soldiers and see American troops in Germany, Iraq and Afghanistan. The Congressman began the first leg in Landstuhl, Germany where they visited the hospital where injured troops are brought from Iraq and Afghanistan. The group did a brief stop in Jordan en route to Iraq to view training of Iraqi security personnel. The group arrived in Balad, Iraq where they toured U.S. base and medical facilities. The group then flew into Bagdad where they met with troops and toured Bagdad ER. The CODEL flew to Afghanistan where they got a chance to visit with troops and received briefings from ground commanders. They were also able to visit medical facilities at Camp Lacey.

“This was a great trip for members of the health Subcommittee,” said Congressman Green. “We were able to see first hand the medical treatment for our men and women of the armed forces. The three MASH facilities are outstanding and we were all very impressed with the commitment of the staff.”

“This is not my first time in Iraq,” continued Congressman Green. “On each trip we visit the military facilities on the bases. We also attend briefings, where we get updated on the war first hand. But, the best part of these trips is getting to visit with the troops. We had lunch with troops from Texas and that’s where we really get to know these brave young men and women. Talking to them you see why we have the best military, they are truly exceptional. It was an honor to be with them and it was an honor to spend time with them during the 4^th of July.”