- The White House has approved the Medal of Honor for Army Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis, who was killed in action.
- Staff Sgt. Ollis died heroically during a suicide bombing incident in Afghanistan, where he shielded an allied soldier, sacrificing his own life.
- The decision to award the Medal of Honor came after a lengthy advocacy effort recognizing Ollis’s bravery and selflessness.
- His act of valor exemplifies the highest military traditions of service and sacrifice.
- This prestigious award highlights the ultimate bravery demonstrated by Ollis in the face of mortal danger to save a fellow soldier.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/white-house-approves-medal-honor-fallen-army-staff-sgt-michael-ollis-after-years-long-push)
