Secretary Shinseki sends team to Jackson VA Medical CenterWASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) met with Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki on Wednesday to discuss reforms...
Wicker Statement on the End of the U.S. Combat Mission in Iraq
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) today issued the following statement regarding the end of the U.S. combat mission in Iraq: “The United States has the strongest and best-led...
Wicker Honors Next Generation of American Patriots
Calls for Troop Support and Recognition of Sacrifice on Memorial DayIn observance of Memorial Day, communities and organizations across Mississippi are holding ceremonies to honor those who have...
Wicker Presses For Needed VA Reforms
Senator Meets with Mississippi Veterans, VA Secretary to Discuss Reform AgendaWASHINGTON – During a meeting today with the Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), U.S. Senator Roger...
Wicker Cosponsors Legislation to Honor World War I Veterans
Meets with Sole Surviving WWI Vet Frank BucklesWASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., has cosponsored the Frank Buckles World War I Memorial Act, a bill to rededicate the District of Columbia...
Wicker: November is Time to Honor Service to Our Country
Veterans across the country were honored last week for their service to America. Each year on November 11, we rightfully recognize those who have served and borne the cost of our defense of...
VA Responds to Wicker, Ends Travel Reimbursement Inequity
WASHINGTON – In response to a request from Sen. Roger Wicker, the Department of Veterans Affairs has corrected an error that had resulted in significant reimbursement dollars being withheld from...
Sen. Wicker to Deliver Remarks at American Legion’s State Convention in Tupelo
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., will address the American Legion’s 91st state convention tomorrow, Saturday, July 11 at the Summit Center in Tupelo. Sen. Wicker’s remarks are...
Veterans History Project Is Unique Way To Honor America’s Fallen
Memorial Day is a time for our country to remember and honor the men and women who have given their lives for our liberty and freedom. This solemn day also gives Americans an opportunity to...
Sen. Wicker Honors Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely Jr.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today delivered remarks on the Senate floor in honor of the late Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Gravely made Naval history as the first...