Utah Republican Senator Mitt Romney delivers farewell remarks on the Senate floor on Wednesday. Romney, who served just one term in the Senate and chose not to seek reelection, said he hopes to be a voice of unity after he leaves office. “A country’s character is a reflection, not just of its elected officials, but also of its people. I leave Washington to return to be one among them, and hope to be a voice of unity and virtue.” | MS NOW

The Afghanistan withdrawal was a sad day in American and human history, and I remain concerned with the large number of our partners that are still in the country. We have a moral responsibility to honor our commitment and rescue those who fought alongside American troops in defense of our values. We cannot leave anyone behind. | Senator Mitt Romney