This resolution honors the White House Medical Unit for its 80 years of dedicated, high-pressure medical service ensuring the health and security of the Commander in Chief and executive leadership.
Ronny Jackson
Representative
TX-13
This resolution formally recognizes and honors the White House Medical Unit (WHMU) as it approaches its 80th anniversary in 2025. It commends the unit's dedicated service in providing immediate, high-quality medical care to the President, Vice President, and executive leadership worldwide. The bill specifically thanks the military personnel who staff the WHMU for their critical role in national security and the continuity of government operations.
Congress Moves to Recognize White House Medical Unit for 80 Years of Service to the Commander in Chief
This resolution is a formal, ceremonial shout-out from Congress to the White House Medical Unit (WHMU), recognizing its 80th anniversary coming up in 2025. Think of it as a massive, official ‘thank you’ card for the military personnel who keep the President and Vice President healthy.
The Mission: Presidential Health and National Security
The resolution highlights the WHMU’s core job, which began back in 1945: providing immediate, top-tier medical care to the President, Vice President, their families, and White House staff. This isn't just about routine check-ups; it’s a critical national security function. The unit, staffed primarily by active-duty military from the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard, is responsible for ensuring the continuity of government by keeping the nation’s leadership medically ready, whether they are in the West Wing or traveling overseas.
More Than Just a Doctor’s Office
While this resolution doesn't change any laws or spending, it formally acknowledges the high-stakes environment these medical professionals operate in. The WHMU works hand-in-hand with the Secret Service and the National Security Council, meaning their medical support is integrated into every major security and continuity plan. The unit also runs an advanced clinic in the Executive Office of the President that handles emergencies for the massive flow of staff and visitors—over a million people annually, according to the resolution’s text. This recognition shines a light on the fact that these military doctors and medics are essentially on call 24/7, providing essential care under immense pressure.
A Well-Deserved Commendation
Ultimately, this is Congress commending the WHMU leaders and thanking every military doctor and staff member, past and present, for their professionalism and commitment. For the WHMU personnel, this resolution is a significant morale booster and formal recognition of their vital, often unseen, role in supporting the highest levels of the U.S. Government. It’s a moment to celebrate eight decades of dedicated service that directly impacts the stability and security of the nation’s leadership.