WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Jimmy Gomez (D – Los Angeles) issued the following statement after attending the Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony honoring of Filipino-American Veterans of World War II:
“Today, our nation honors Filipino-American veterans with the Congressional Gold Medal for their bravery during World War II. These loyal and dedicated men who fought and risked their lives are finally being given the recognition they deserve. As the Congressmember for Historic Filipinotown in Los Angeles, I am proud to join our country in honoring these men for their courage and patriotism.”
