Washington, June 19 -- Congressman Ralph Norman issued the following press release:
Yesterday, President Donald J. Trump awarded the Medal of Honor to retired U.S. Marine Corps Major James Capers Jr., recognizing his extraordinary heroism and leadership during the Vietnam War.
Congressman Ralph Norman (SC-05), who first introduced legislation to award Major Capers the Medal of Honor and has advocated for his recognition for years, released the following statement:
"Yesterday was a historic day for our nation and a long-overdue moment of recognition for an American hero.
"When I first learned Major Capers' story, I was struck by the magnitude of his sacrifice and the extraordinary valor he displayed in service to our country. It became c...