Congressman Morgan McGarvey Applauds Release of Ryan Corbett, an American Held Hostage by the Taliban
Rep. McGarvey Introduced a Bipartisan Resolution in February Calling for Corbett’s Release After His Father, a KY-03 Constituent, Contacted Rep. McGarvey’s Office
WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 21, 2025) – Today, Congressman Morgan McGarvey (KY-03) applauded reports that in the final hours of his administration, President Biden successfully negotiated the release of Ryan Corbett, an American held hostage by the Taliban in Afghanistan since 2022. Last year, after Corbett’s father – a constituent of Kentucky’s Third Congressional District – contacted Rep. McGarvey’s office, Rep. McGarvey and Rep. Claudia Tenney of New York introduced a bipartisan resolution advocating for Corbett’s release.
“Ryan Corbett is finally coming home thanks to the diplomatic efforts of President Biden, Rep. Claudia Tenney and so many others, as well as the tireless work of Ryan’s family, including his father Drue who first contacted my office nearly a year ago. Today is a day for celebration – and a moment to recommit to the power of diplomacy and peacebuilding at home and abroad,” said Rep. Morgan McGarvey. “My heart is with Ryan and his loved ones as they begin to heal.”
Background
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Ryan Corbett’s father, Drue, lives in Louisville and contacted Rep. McGarvey’s office in January 2024 to advocate for his son’s release.
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In February 2024, Rep. McGarvey and Rep. Claudia Tenney introduced a bipartisan resolution – H.Res.965 – that now has over 70 cosponsors.
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Throughout the last year, Rep. McGarvey has advocated for Corbett’s release, including conversations with Jake Sullivan and other White House and State Department officials.
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Congressman Morgan McGarvey represents Kentucky’s Third Congressional District, including Louisville and Jefferson County. He serves on the House Veterans Affairs and House Small Business Committees.