Governor Tina Kotek and Oregon Military Department leadership greeted approximately 100 Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers returning to the Portland International Airport (PDX). Soldiers were arriving back home from Fort Bliss, Texas, concluding their mission as part of Task Force Rose Shield.
“On behalf of all Oregonians, we thank you, we’re with you, and we’re glad you’re back,” Governor Kotek said after boarding the plane and addressing the soldiers over the intercom shortly after it landed at Portland International Airport. “Oregon will always have your back, no matter the situation. I appreciate your commitment, courage and professionalism. Thank you, and welcome home.”
Gov. Kotek and the Oregon National Guard leadership group greeted each service member as they disembarked. The group boarded buses to Camp Withycombe in Happy Valley, Oregon, to collect their remaining personal items before heading home…