From The Trussville Tribune staff reports
WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell, of Alabama’s Seventh Congressional District, announced on Monday, Feb. 4, that Tiphanie Carter, wife of fallen Birmingham Police Department Sgt. Wytasha Carter, will be her guest to the 2019 State of the Union address on Tuesday, Feb. 5.
“This State of the Union I am honored to pay tribute to the bravery and sacrifices of our law enforcement officers,” Sewell said. “Sergeant Wytasha Carter was the kind of man that we all hope our sons grow up to be – a devoted and passionate father, husband, co-worker and member of the Birmingham community. His service truly represents the best of Alabama’s 7th District.
“I’m honored his wife Mrs. Tiphanie Carter will join me at the State of the Union. My congressional colleagues need to hear her story and act to prevent the senseless gun violence afflicting our communities.”
During the early morning of Jan. 13, Sgt. Carter was killed by a gunshot wound while on duty.
The State of the Union Address will be presented by President Donald Trump on Tuesday.