Carney reports for active duty

Carney reports for active duty

WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Christopher Carney (D-10) has reported for active duty at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia where he will serve through October 13. One of only three Members of Congress currently serving in uniform, Congressman Carney has been in the Navy Reserves since 1995. He was promoted to the rank of Commander last spring and the promotion became official on September 1, 2009. Carney was one of only 34 reserve intelligence officers to receive a promotion to Commander this year. “Wearing the uniform is a duty the Congressman takes very seriously,” said Carney Communications Director Vincent Rongione. “When you make a commitment to the military, it is not just an expectation but it is an honor to fulfill that commitment.” Congressman Carney is a Predator Mission Commander, and will be involved with the Predator and Reaper Missions in Iraq and Afghanistan while on active duty. Carney was activated for Operations Southern Watch, Nobel Eagle, and Enduring Freedom. All of Congressman Carney's offices in Pennsylvania and Washington, DC will remain open to assist constituents while he is serving on active duty.