Central Georgia News

Today, Congressmen Drew Ferguson (R-GA) and Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) led the Georgia Congressional Delegation in a moment of silence on the House floor, honoring Sgt. William Jerome Rivers of Carrollton, Spc. Kennedy Ladon Sanders of Waycross, and Spc. Breonna Alexsondria Moffett of Savannah, who were killed during an Iran-back terrorist attack in Jordan on January 28, 2024.

"Today on the House floor, we paid tribute to the heroism of three courageous Georgians, Sgt. William Rivers, Spc. Kennedy Sanders, and Spc. Breonna Moffet," said Congressman Drew Ferguson. "All three servicemembers faithfully served our country with courage – and their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Sgt. Rivers was from the Third Congressional District of Georgia and our community is truly heartbroken by the loss. My prayers are with their families and loved ones – to whom we owe a debt of gratitude we can never repay."

"It’s a heartbreaking time for our community, mourning the loss of three bright individuals who had their lives ahead of them," said Congressman Carter. "Our brave servicemembers put their lives on the line every day, and we owe our freedoms and security to them. Both Spc. Sanders and Spc. Moffett were from the First Congressional District of Georgia, and we will miss them dearly. I’m glad that our heroes got the recognition they deserve on the House floor. My thoughts and prayers are with their families and the Georgia community during this time."

The moment of silence held on the House floor was a somber and respectful tribute to the fallen soldiers. The entire Georgia Congressional Delegation stood in unity, honoring the memory and sacrifice of Sgt. Rivers, Spc. Sanders, and Spc. Moffett.

These three Army reservists were victims of a terrorist attack in Jordan, which was backed by Iran. Their lives were tragically cut short as they were serving their country overseas. The loss of these brave individuals has deeply impacted their communities and the entire state of Georgia.

The Department of Defense shared a photo of the three fallen soldiers - Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, Spc. Kennedy Ladon Sanders, and Spc. Breonna Moffett - as a reminder of their dedication and bravery. These young men and women had bright futures ahead of them, but they made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

The moment of silence on the House floor was a poignant reminder of the dangers faced by service members every day. It served as a moment to reflect on the immense gratitude owed to those who protect and defend our nation.

As Congressman Ferguson expressed, "their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten." The loss of Sgt. Rivers, Spc. Sanders, and Spc. Moffett is a reminder of the ongoing sacrifices made by our military personnel, and the debt of gratitude we owe to them and their families.

The Georgia community joins together in mourning the loss of these brave soldiers and sends their thoughts and prayers to the families affected. These three individuals will be remembered for their courage, dedication, and selflessness as they made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.