160229-N-CV785-781 WASHINGTON (Feb. 29, 2016) President Barack Obama delivers remarks during a Medal of Honor ceremony for Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Edward C. Byers Jr. Monday, Feb. 29, 2016 at the White House. Byers received the Medal of Honor for his actions during a hostage rescue operation in Afghanistan in December 2012. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael D. Cole/Released)