WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 11, 2018) - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) released the following statement in honor of Veterans Day:

"One hundred years ago, on November 11, 1918, soldiers on both sides along the Western Front laid down their arms, ending World War I. Since then, we have taken time to reflect on the service of the men and women who have served the United States in uniform.

"I am immensely proud of New Mexico’s rich history of defending our nation—from the Navajo Code Talkers and Bataan Death Marchers to Vietnam GIs and Iraq and Afghanistan veterans. That legacy carries forward to today through the service of the men and women stationed at our military installations around the globe."

"We must be unwavering in our commitment to our servicemembers and their families. They deserve not just words of gratitude, but also the best care, benefits, and opportunities our nation can provide when they come home."

"Today and every day, I join communities across New Mexico in honoring our veterans for their service, and their courage and devotion to defend the American principles we all hold dear.”