Army Secretary Praises Heroic Soldiers After Fort Stewart Shooting

Support for Victims and Families

• 🎗️ The primary goals were to support the victims and their families and the community affected by the shooting tragedy.
• 🏥 Soldiers who were hospitalized and their families were visited, with doctors confirming that fast action saved lives.

Heroism of Responding Soldiers

• ⚡ Six soldiers are recognized for their heroism, courage, and selfless service by putting themselves in harm's way.
• 💥 One soldier unarmed ran at and tackled the armed shooter, while another jumped on top of the assailant to subdue them.
• 🚑 Other soldiers immediately utilized their training to provide mass casualty care.

Resilience and Strength of the American Soldier

• 💪 Soldiers are highlighted for their resilience, strength, and courage under fire, exemplified by their return to physical training and duties.
• 🧠 The Army, celebrating 250 years, has a history of being there in traumatic moments, demonstrating resilience and acting on behalf of citizens.

Federal Government and Community Support

• 🤝 The entire federal government stands ready to care for the soldiers and their families, as conveyed by President Trump and Vice President Vance.
• 🚒 The speed of response from law enforcement, paramedics, and community members was unbelievable, with many needing to be turned away due to the overwhelming support.

Ongoing Investigation and Future Safety

• 🔍 A deep and hard investigation is ongoing, with findings committed to being transparent and released to the public.
• ⚠️ Any discoveries that can make the base and other bases safer will be acted upon as quickly as possible.