Tuberville Honors Michael Thorin of Gardendale as September "Veteran of the Month"

September 5, 2025 - WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring U.S. Army Sergeant Michael Thorin as the September "Veteran of the Month."

Excerpts from Sen. Tuberville's remarks can be found below, and complete remarks can be found here.

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"It's hard to truly comprehend just all that our veterans face, even after returning home from the battlefield. They often bring home some form of scars-both visible and invisible-that they carry with them for the rest of their lives.

That is true for Michael Thorin of Gardendale. After enlisting in the Army at 17 years old, he spent the next 19 years putting the safety of others above his own both in the Army and the Army National Guard. Michael went on two overseas deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq where he worked as a medic, cavalry scout, and a communications specialist.

He is a true hero, and words fall short in relaying our gratitude for his service. September is Veterans Suicide Awareness Month, and we appreciate Michael reminding us of the need to support the men and women who've served in our military all year long. It is my honor to recognize Sergeant Michael Thorin as the September 'Veteran of the Month.'"

Senator Tuberville recognizes a different Alabama veteran each month for their service and contribution to their community. Constituents can nominate an Alabama veteran and submit their information to Senator Tuberville's office for consideration by emailing press_office@tuberville.senate.gov.

Senator Tommy Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and is a member of the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans' Affairs, HELP and Aging Committees.