U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) issued the following statement in observance of POW/MIA Recognition Day:
"As we honor and remember those Americans who have spent time as Prisoners of War and those who remain Missing in Action, I extend my deepest gratitude for our military personnel and veterans.
"As the son of a World War II pilot who spent time as a Prisoner of War, I am especially grateful for the sacrifices made. My prayers continue to be with the families of those who are missing, and I pray for them and their loved ones.
"Texans and our nation are in debt to their service, and I thank them for all that they do."