WASHINGTON, DC—Senator Susan Collins has released this statement on news
of the passing in Afghanistan of 1st Lt. Benjamin Keating:
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of 1st Lt. Benjamin
Keating. He dedicated his life to public service and his personal commitment
represented the noblest of American ideals. He was an outstanding student,
soldier, and citizen and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with
the Keating family during this difficult time.”