Veterans of Foreign Wars convention kicks off in Louisville

Andrew Sockett and his service dog, Hercules, are spending the week in Louisville.

The Air Force veteran from West Virginia said he enjoys being around other veterans who can share similar experiences and challenges such as post-traumatic stress disorder. 

Sockett is one of thousands of representatives from Veterans of Foreign Wars posts from around the U.S. The group gathers annually to discuss and approve new national priorities and lobby for important issues for veterans, service members and their families.

“It's nice to see us come together unified for one common goal: to take care of veterans," Sockett said. 
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., recognized the veterans for their service.