CLEVELAND, OH – U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) issued the following statement following reports that the U.S. Navy has recovered the body of Petty Officer Jacob Drake, a native of Champaign County.

“Petty Officer Drake’s passing is heartbreaking news for Ohio and for our nation. Connie and I join the Champaign County community in prayers of peace and comfort for Jacob’s friends and family, as we commit to honor his memory and the ultimate sacrifice he made for our country.”

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