Pete Hoekstra

“As a representative of the United States government, thank you for your friendship... to the nation of Canada, thank you for being a partner and for the shared sacrifices that you made with us.”

Pete Hoekstra · said 2026-09-11 · reported 2026-09-12

Hoekstra thanked Canada for its friendship and shared sacrifices during a 9/11 commemoration event in Gander, Newfoundland.

“When people in America hear the word Gander, our hearts soften,”

Pete Hoekstra · said 2026-09-11 · reported 2026-09-12

Hoekstra praised the town of Gander, Newfoundland, which took in thousands of passengers from diverted planes after the attacks.