U.S. Senator John Cornyn said on Mar. 24 that American citizen Dennis Coyle has been released from wrongful detention by the Taliban in Afghanistan after more than a year.
Coyle’s release is significant for his family and those advocating for freedom and due process, according to Cornyn. The senator met with Coyle’s sisters, including one who lives in Texas, earlier this month to discuss their efforts with the U.S. Department of State to secure his return.
“Thanks to the tireless work by President Trump and Secretary Rubio, American Dennis Coyle is finally free after more than a year of wrongful detention by the Taliban in Afghanistan. Dennis’ return is excellent news for his family, who I was pleased to meet with earlier this month, and all those in America and around the world standing for freedom and due process. I’m grateful for the Trump Administration’s continued efforts to end the inhumane, terroristic practice of hostage diplomacy,” Cornyn said.
Cornyn holds ranking member roles on subcommittees focused on taxation, immigration, and intellectual property according to his official website. His office assists Texans with matters involving federal agencies such as veterans benefits and Social Security claims according to his official website. He also works to advance Texas priorities based on experience as a former judge and state official according to his official website.
The senator serves on several key committees: Senate Finance Committee, Senate Judiciary Committee, and Senate Select Committee on Intelligence according to his official website. In addition to these roles, he has led as both U.S. senator and previously as Texas attorney general according to his official website, building a career that includes positions as district judge, Texas Supreme Court justice, attorney general, and state senator according to his official website.
Cornyn emphasizes national security issues through legislative work related not only to foreign policy but also energy independence and healthcare improvements while supporting military personnel and veterans through leadership roles according to his official website.
