Monday was marked by grief across America as deadly storms swept the country and millions paused to honor our fallen military heroes. In five states, communities are picking up the pieces after severe weather destroyed homes and businesses and killed 22 people over the long holiday weekend.
President Biden delivered remarks honoring the men and women who’ve given their lives in service to the country. The commander-in-chief honored America’s fallen warriors at Arlington National Cemetery.
“Every generation has to earn it, fight for it, defend it in battle between autocracy and democracy, between the greed of a few and the rights of many. It matters. Our democracy is more than just a system of government,” Biden said.
Former President Donald Trump met with Gold Star families of military service members who gave their lives in service to the country.
Meanwhile, those deadly storms ripped through several states over the weekend. More than 2-dozen tornadoes touched down in the central part of the country killing at least 22 people, including 4 children.
States of emergency were declared in Texas, Arkansas and Kentucky where officials say at least 100 highways and roads sustained damage.
Tornado survivor Ricky Herron said, “It got so intense that
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