WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Justice (R-WV) and Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) introduced the National Miners Day Resolution:   “Our miners have always been the backbone of this nation. In West Virginia, our coal miners are the men and women who do the gritty, demanding work every single day, and we couldn’t be prouder. They power our homes, fuel our industries, and keep America moving forward. Their tenacity, sacrifice, and dedication are the true embodiment of West Virginia and our nation – they deserve recognition for their work,” said Senator Jim Justice. “Every December 6th, we celebrate National Miners Day to recognize our nation’s hardworking miners.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senators Jim Justice and Shelley Moore Capito introduced a resolution to honor the West Virginia National Guard Members, U.S. Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and U.S Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, who were shot while serving in Washington, DC: “Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe represent the very best of our nation. They were ordinary West Virginians who chose a life dedicated to extraordinary service. Specialist Beckstrom—who volunteered to work that day so others could spend Thanksgiving with their loved ones—made the ultimate sacrifice for her country. Staff Sergeant Wolfe is still fighting with the same grit and courage he’s shown his whole

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Justice released a statement following a shooting in Washington, DC, that resulted in the death of West Virginia National Guardsman Sarah Beckstrom:   “I’m absolutely devastated to learn that Sarah Beckstrom passed away today after suffering a mortal wound in yesterday’s terrorist attack in Washington, DC. Cathy and I are heartbroken beyond words. Our prayers are with her family, friends, and fellow guardsmen during an incredibly difficult Thanksgiving Day. We are also lifting up Andrew Wolfe in prayer as he continues his journey to recovery. West Virginians always show up for one another, and today it’s our turn to