Minnesota veteran gets new home after getting injured fighting in Afghanistan
A wounded warrior from Minnesota now has a new home.
Army Spc. John Mullen lost both of his legs fighting in Afghanistan.
On Thursday, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation donated a new home in Lake Elmo to Mullen and his family.
The foundation builds specially adapted smart homes to help the most injured veterans regain their day-to-day independence.
"It kind of seems unreal," Mullen said. "I don’t think I fully comprehend how much of a difference it’s going to make, and I think I’ll realize that over time, but just completely blown away and overwhelmed."

Army Spc. John Mullen cuts the ribbon to his new home in Lake Elmo on Thursday, April 1, 2021.[KSTP]
Before touring his new home, Mullen raised the American flag in front of the house.