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RECOGNIZING MARCUS CHRISTOPHER AS OHIO'S 13TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK

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On 2026-07-16, Representative Emilia Strong Sykes (D-OH-13) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING MARCUS CHRISTOPHER AS OHIO'S 13TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK" in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026)] [House] [Page H4616] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING MARCUS CHRISTOPHER AS OHIO'S 13TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK (Mrs. SYKES asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Marcus Christopher as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champion of the Week after capturing the gold medal in BMX Park at the X Games in Chiba, Japan. After previously recognizing Marcus for representing the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, I am proud to once again celebrate his achievements and the pride that he brings to our community. Marcus earned his second career X Games gold medal and seventh X Games medal overall with a remarkable performance that showcased why he is one of the world's best BMX riders. Marcus is a proud product of Stark County and a graduate of Lake High School. After turning professional at just 13 years old, Marcus has continued to push the limits of BMX, or bicycle motocross, on the world's biggest stages. I congratulate Marcus on this incredible achievement. His talent, determination, and dedication to his craft are exactly why Ohio's 13th Congressional District is proudly known as the Birthplace of Champions. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING MARCUS CHRISTOPHER AS OHIO'S 13TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026)] [House] [Page H4616] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING MARCUS CHRISTOPHER AS OHIO'S 13TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK (Mrs. SYKES asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.) Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Marcus Christopher as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champion of the Week after capturing the gold medal in BMX Park at the X Games in Chiba, Japan. After previously recognizing Marcus for representing the United States at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, I am proud to once again celebrate his achievements and the pride that he brings to our community. Marcus earned his second career X Games gold medal and seventh X Games medal overall with a remarkable performance that showcased why he is one of the world's best BMX riders. Marcus is a proud product of Stark County and a graduate of Lake High School. After turning professional at just 13 years old, Marcus has continued to push the limits of BMX, or bicycle motocross, on the world's biggest stages. I congratulate Marcus on this incredible achievement. His talent, determination, and dedication to his craft are exactly why Ohio's 13th Congressional District is proudly known as the Birthplace of Champions. ____________________