This Memorial Day, we remember not only the men and women whose names are etched into stone, but also the quiet professionals whose sacrifices may never be publicly known. In recent weeks, another star was added to the wall at Central Intelligence Agency headquarters, a solemn reminder that some gave everything in silence, far from recognition, applause, or headlines.
Having worked alongside many of these individuals, I have seen firsthand the weight they carry and the sacrifices they make, not for recognition, but because they believed deeply in protecting this country and the people in it. Some spent years away from their families. Some operated in places where even a small mistake meant they would never come home. Some gave their lives, and much of what they did may remain classified forever.
Many Americans will never know their names. They will never hear the stories of the officers, targeters, analysts, and sources who stood in the shadows to stop attacks, track terrorists, warn of threats, and protect our homeland from enemies most people will never see. Yet their work mattered every single day.
Today, we honor all of the fallen, including those whose families carry their grief quietly, often unable to fully speak about the service and sacrifice of the person they lost. The stars on that wall are not just symbols. Each one marks a life dedicated to protecting this nation in silence. Behind every star is a story of sacrifice, courage, and a family that carries that loss forever.
We remember them. We honor them. And we owe them far more than most will ever know.
@sarahadams@ColbyBadhwar Who do you think was the worst person over a department in the Biden shitshow?? I vote for the DHS guy….that man should be behind steel bars.
The mayor of Charlotte, NC asks that we not post about this lady murdered on a Charlotte train by a repeat offender with 14 prior arrests!
I say in Iryna’s memory please share and make this go viral! A repeat offender with 14 prior arrests should not be roaming the streets of ANY city! They should be locked up!! Epic failure in the justice system!
On Wednesday @RepJeffries called for “Maximum Warfare Everywhere All The Time,” with a picture of Trump. Again, this attempted assassin didn’t go rogue. Democrats created him with their rhetoric. He believes he’s a hero. They told him to kill Trump & he tried to do it.
We were there front and center.
That venue wasn’t built to accommodate an event with the line of succession for the U.S. government.
After witnessing last night, drop the TDS and build the White House ballroom for events exactly like these.
🚨 TENNESSEE DOES WHAT EVERY STATE SHOULD!
Tennessee lawmakers just passed a strong new bill explicitly allowing deadly force to defend your own property.
Kudos to Tennessee!
To the couple at Denver International who quietly asked to move instead of sitting near her…
To the man at the gate who leaned over the counter and asked, “Are you sure that dog is safe?”
Let me introduce you to someone who has earned her place more than most people ever will.
Her name is Staff Sergeant Nova Steele.
Yes, Staff Sergeant. That title wasn’t given lightly.
Nova is a 90-pound black-and-tan Rottweiler - strong frame, calm posture, eyes that don’t miss anything. There’s a faint scar along her back leg, the kind of mark that doesn’t need explaining but tells a story anyway.
She served with an infantry unit overseas as both a patrol and detection K-9. Long days, longer nights. The kind of work where silence matters, instincts matter more, and hesitation isn’t an option.
On one operation, in a dim, dust-filled building that had already been checked more than once, Nova alerted where no one else had. What they found there shouldn’t have been missed - but it was, until she stepped in.
Another night, things went wrong. Fast. Confusing. Loud.
The kind of moment that doesn’t give you time to think… only to react.
Nova did what she was trained to do - and more than that, what she chose to do.
She took the hit that wasn’t meant for her.
Weeks later, she was in a military veterinary clinic in Europe. Quiet recovery. Slow steps. No complaints. Just patience.
She made it back.
Now she lives with her handler, Master Sergeant Elena Cruz, back home in the United States. She flies in the cabin, right by her side - not because it’s a privilege, but because it’s been earned, piece by piece, moment by moment.
The same dog people hesitate to sit next to once walked into rooms first so others wouldn’t have to.
She doesn’t need reassurance.
She’s already given more of that than most ever will.
To every K9 warrior and their handler - thank you.💖
Heaven ushered in a hero of the faith last night as my Dad was welcomed home!
Many will say sorry for your loss but the truth is he’s not lost, we know exactly where he is.
He’s home.
Forever!
I asked him last week what he looked forward to most about Heaven, and he simply said, “Jesus.”
He couldn’t wait to see Jesus face to face.
Praise God that his wait is over.
Death has been swallowed up in victory.
He’s healed and whole now.
So we don’t mourn as those with no hope.
See you soon Dad!