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JANESVILLE – Congressman Paul Ryan announced that his Chief of Staff, Andrew Speth, who also serves as a National Guardsman with the Wisconsin Air National Guard's 115th Fighter Wing, is being activated in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Technical Sergeant Speth’s orders are for approximately 90-days, joining the 115th Fighter Wing of the Wisconsin Air National Guard. Speth first enlisted in the U.S. Air Force following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. This will be Speth’s second tour of duty in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, having been deployed for twelve months in 2005-06 as a member of the U.S. Air Force Reserve.
Joyce Yamat Meyer of Franklin, Wisconsin, who heads the Washington office, will serve as Ryan’s Chief of Staff during Speth’s absence from the office. In addition, Hartland, Wisconsin native Danyell Tremmel will continue serving as Ryan’s District Director, while taking on added responsibilities.
“All of us are extremely proud of Andy for his dedication to our country and his commitment to a cause greater than self,” Ryan said. “When he first enlisted, he did so because he felt the need to serve our nation and help protect our freedom through the Armed Forces. Today as he prepares for his second tour of duty to Iraq, he remains committed to this goal. I’m honored to count him as a good friend as well as a coworker, and he and his family – and all our troops – will remain in our prayers throughout the months ahead.”
“I am grateful for another opportunity to pay the debt I owe to all other veterans and their families for the sacrifices they made to protect our liberty, security and prosperity,” said Speth. “Although I will greatly miss my wife and children, I look forward to putting my Air Force training into practice in service to my country.”
For more from the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs and the 115th Fighter Wing: http://dma.wi.gov/dma/news/2009News/09090.asp
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