Congressman Don Davis Issues Statement on Attending Son's U.S. Army Infantry Graduation
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) released the following statement regarding his absence from votes in the U.S. House of Representatives on July 15 and July 16.
After participating in House votes on Tuesday, July 14, Congressman Davis traveled to Fort Benning, Georgia, to attend Family Day, the Turning Blue Ceremony, and the graduation of his son, PFC Justin Davis, from U.S. Army Infantry One Station Unit Training with the 3rd Battalion, 54th Infantry Regiment.
Photo: Congressman Don Davis with his son, Justin.
"For every military family, there are moments that become part of a family's history and part of our nation's story," said Congressman Davis. "Placing the Infantry blue cord on my son’s shoulder, watching him earn the title of United States Army Infantryman, and seeing him join the proud tradition of those who have defended our nation was one of the proudest moments of my life as a father. That moment represented months of discipline, sacrifice, perseverance, and Justin's unwavering commitment to serving our country. His achievement is a reminder that the freedoms we enjoy as Americans are preserved by those willing to answer our nation's call to serve.”
Congressman Davis reaffirmed that representing the people of eastern North Carolina remains his foremost responsibility.
"I will continue working every day to represent the people of eastern North Carolina with integrity, accountability, and dedication," Davis continued. "I am grateful for the courage of every servicemember, every veteran, and every military family whose sacrifice preserves our freedom and strengthens our nation. Their service and sacrifice help preserve the freedoms, security, and democratic ideals that define America."
Completion of Infantry One Station Unit Training marks the beginning of a Soldier's service in one of the Army's most demanding and respected career fields.
North Carolina's First Congressional District is home to more than 56,000 veterans, and several critical military installations, including Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, U.S. Coast Guard Base Elizabeth City, and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point are in eastern North Carolina. The servicemembers, veterans, and military families connected to these installations strengthen our region through their service, leadership, and lasting contributions to our communities.
Congressman Don Davis is a 1994 graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy and a U.S. Air Force veteran. He serves as Vice Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee and serves on the Readiness and Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittees.