Congressman Troy Downing
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Congressman Troy Downing
@RepTroyDowning
Congressman for Montana’s Second District | Husband, Father, fmr. @USAirForce Enlisted Aviator & MT State Auditor | Serving on @FinancialCmte & @HouseSmallBiz


























All Crew Members of U.S. KC-135 Loss in Iraq Confirmed Deceased TAMPA, Fla. – All six crew members aboard a U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft that went down in western Iraq are now confirmed deceased. The aircraft was lost while flying over friendly airspace March 12 during Operation Epic Fury. The circumstances of the incident are under investigation. However, the loss of the aircraft was not due to hostile fire or friendly fire. The identities of the service members are being withheld until 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.




U.S. Central Command is aware of the loss of a U.S. KC-135 refueling aircraft. The incident occurred in friendly airspace during Operation Epic Fury, and rescue efforts are ongoing. Two aircraft were involved in the incident. One of the aircraft went down in western Iraq, and the second landed safely. This was not due to hostile fire or friendly fire. Read more: centcom.mil/MEDIA/PRESS-RE…

News: The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act passed the Senate 89-10, a massive bipartisan vote for a bill designed to address housing affordability in the United States. A big win for Senate leadership and the Banking Committee, though hurdles remain in the House







