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118TH CONGRESS 

2D SESSION S. RES. 808 

Congratulating and expressing gratitude to Commander Jeremy Robertson 

and the crew of the USS Carney for their exemplary and historic performance during their 235-day deployment to the United States Naval 

Forces Europe-Africa and the United States Naval Forces Central Command. 

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES 

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 

Mr. RUBIO (for himself, Mr. KAINE, Mr. SCOTT of Florida, and Mrs. SHAHEEN) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services 

RESOLUTION 

Congratulating and expressing gratitude to Commander Jeremy Robertson and the crew of the USS Carney for 

their exemplary and historic performance during their 

235-day deployment to the United States Naval Forces 

Europe-Africa and the United States Naval Forces Central Command. 

Whereas the USS Carney (DDG–64), an Arleigh Burke-class 

guided missile destroyer of the United States Navy, has 

completed a historic deployment, and its crew has demonstrated exceptional skill and bravery in the interception 

of missiles and drones, the first time the United States 

Navy has directly engaged an enemy to such a degree 

since World War II; 


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Whereas, during its deployment, the crew of the USS Carney 

successfully conducted 51 engagements against Houthilaunched weapons, intercepting multiple threats, including cruise missiles, anti-ship ballistic missiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles, showcasing the advanced capabilities and readiness of the United States Navy; 

Whereas the deployment of the USS Carney included multiple 

defensive strikes against Houthis in Yemen, destroying 

20 targets, and the USS Carney and the USS Arleigh 

Burke (DDG–51) successfully engaged an Iranian ballistic missile, preventing potential harm to the United 

States Armed Forces and United States allies; 

Whereas the successful and impactful operations carried out 

by the USS Carney contributed significantly to the safety 

and security of international waters and the protection of 

nations that are United States allies; 

Whereas, in addition to providing ballistic missile and air defense in the Red Sea, the USS Carney also answered a 

distress call from a civilian ship and provided 600 gallons 

of Aqueous Film Forming Foam, helping to extinguish a 

fire in a cargo tank and ultimately aiding in the ship’s 

survival, with no lives lost; 

Whereas the actions of the USS Carney were crucial in protecting both commercial and military vessels in the Red 

Sea and surrounding waters, ensuring the safety of international shipping lanes; 

Whereas the deployment of the USS Carney exemplifies the 

commitment of the United States to maintaining peace 

and stability through superior maritime defense capabilities; 


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Whereas the crew members of the USS Carney displayed unwavering dedication, professionalism, and teamwork in 

the face of complex and dangerous missions; 

Whereas the homecoming of the USS Carney to Naval Station Mayport marks a significant milestone in the distinguished service history of the vessel, bringing pride and 

honor to the United States Navy and the nation as a 

whole; 

Whereas the USS Carney, in addition to the entire Dwight 

D. Eisenhower Strike Group, received the Combat Action 

Ribbon for satisfactory performance under enemy fire; 

Whereas Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro awarded a 

Navy Unit Commendation to the United States Naval 

Forces Central Command, highlighting the bravery and 

decisive actions of the crew of the USS Carney; 

Whereas the crew of the USS Carney was previously recognized with a Combat Action Ribbon in January 2024; 

and 

Whereas Commanding Officer of the USS Carney, Jeremy 

Robertson, and the sailors aboard the USS Carney have 

received numerous awards and medals for their leadership and dedication to the mission: Now, therefore, be it 

1 Resolved, That the Senate— 

2 (1) congratulates the crew of the USS Carney 

3 for its successful completion of a historic deploy4 ment; 

5 (2) expresses gratitude to the crew members for 

6 their exemplary service and dedication to the mission 

7 of protecting national and international security; 


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1 (3) recognizes the importance of the contribu2 tions of the USS Carney to the strategic posture 

3 and the power projected by the United States Navy 

4 in the Middle East; 

5 (4) commends the leadership and tactical exper6 tise demonstrated by the commanding officers and 

7 crew members during their deployment; and 

8 (5) celebrates the safe return and triumphant 

9 homecoming of the USS Carney to Naval Station 

10 Mayport, acknowledging the sacrifices made by the 

11 crew members and their families. 

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