06.14.17

Leader McConnell on the Shooting in Alexandria, VA

‘We are grateful for all those who stepped in to help: those practicing on the field, the first responders, and of course the Capitol Police Officers on the scene. We are deeply indebted for their service, we again salute their continuing and unfailing bravery on behalf of the Capitol community.’

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) made the following remarks today on the Senate floor regarding the shooting that occurred this morning in Alexandria, VA at a practice for a charity baseball game:

“I know the entire Senate will join me in echoing the sentiments of the president this morning.  We are deeply saddened.  We are concerned for all those injured.  We will keep them in our prayers, we will continue to send them every wish for a quick and full recovery.  

“We are grateful for all those who stepped in to help: those practicing on the field, the first responders, and of course the Capitol Police Officers on the scene. We are deeply indebted for their service, we again salute their continuing and unfailing bravery on behalf of the Capitol community.  The Congressional Baseball Game is a bipartisan charity event.  I know the Senate will embrace that spirit today as we come together in expressing both our concern and our gratitude.”

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