FORT MYERS, Fla – Today, Congressman Byron Donalds (FL-19) released the following statement recognizing Cape Coral resident, United States Marine Corps Capt. Michael Higgins, being named the 2020 Lt. Col. Michael D. Kuszewski Marine Corps Intelligence Officer of the Year.  

“An American hero and lifelong Southwest Florida resident, United States Marine Corps Capt. Michael Higgins has dedicated his life to serving our nation. This prestigious award acknowledges his character, mental toughness, patriotism, and selfless determination,” said Rep. Donalds. America is safer today because of the courageous actions of warriors and elite Intelligence Officers like Capt. Higgins who have devoted their lives to defending the greatest nation in the world. Capt. Higgins exemplifies the very best of the Marines and the United States, placing God and country before himself, and it is an honor to serve as his Member of Congress.”