Memorial Day Reminds Us of Courageous Acts

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This weekend, we observe Memorial Day and pay tribute to all those who gave their lives in service to the United States of America.

The reason we build monuments and memorials to the dead is so their examples live. We can draw inspiration from heroes who did incredible things and fought for a more perfect Union and a world at peace.

I recently spoke on the Senate floor about the legacy of Hoosiers who served in our nation’s first all-Black regiment, the Massachusetts 54th Infantry.

These Hoosiers came from places like Newport, Richmond, Lewisville, and Centerville. They were farmers, blacksmiths, and barbers. They answered the call to serve, and ultimately some gave their lives for our country. In my remarks, I spoke about two such men – Thomas Ampey and John Wilson.

Over 1,500 Black Hoosiers served in the Civil War across the Union Army. As President Abraham Lincoln acknowledged, the bravery of Black soldiers, from Indiana and across the Union, helped preserve the Union.

It took great courage for these Black Americans to believe in the goodness of this country, its people, and the promise of its founding.

We remember these men and all who paid the ultimate price for our freedom on this Memorial Day weekend.

You can watch my full remarks here.

Rochester Students Visit Washington

I enjoyed spending time with students from Rochester, located in Fulton County, during their recent trip to Washington. Click here to see more.

Honoring the Life of Corporal Marion “Wayne” Saucerman

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Earlier this month, Corporal Marion “Wayne” Saucerman, a Hoosier World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient, passed away. Corporal Saucerman joined the Marines after graduating from high school in Sullivan County. He served valiantly at Iwo Jima, and later returned home to Indiana, where he spent the rest of his life.

I spoke about the life and legacy of Corporal Saucerman on the Senate floor. Watch my remarks here.

I offer my deepest condolences to the Saucerman family and all of Corporal Saucerman’s friends and loved ones as they mourn his loss.

Team Young is Excited for the Indy 500

Team Young is excited for the month of May and looking forward to the 107th Indy 500 on Sunday.

Recovering Billions in Unchecked Unemployment Fraud

Last week, I joined my colleagues in introducing legislation to help recover funds lost to unemployment insurance fraud and provide incentives for states to recover those payments. Misspent unemployment insurance is estimated at $191 billion, yet only $5 billion has been recovered. This bill helps ensure that taxpayers are not on the hook for fraudulent payments.