Recognizing Lieutenant General Thomas Carden

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Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lieutenant General Thomas Carden.

General Carden has been promoted to Vice Chief of the National Guard Bureau, the second highest position in the National Guard, overseeing soldiers and airmen. He is the first vice chief ever to wear the four- star rank.

Previously, General Carden served as commander of the Georgia National Guard from 2019 to 2024.

He began his journey of selfless service at age 18, when he enlisted as a private in the Georgia Army National Guard. Throughout his career, General Carden has held many leadership roles, serving as a shining example to those he led.

He has a strong academic background, with degrees in history, human resource management, and strategic studies.

Few people have demonstrated unwavering commitment, integrity, and dedication to duty the way that General Carden has.

As a fellow Georgian, I am proud of his exemplary service to our State and to our Nation. I am confident he will lead with honor in this new role.

Mr. Speaker, I thank General Carden for his lifelong service to this great country.

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