U.S. Representative Bill Flores (R-Texas) issued the following statement regarding the shooting during a practice session for the Congressional Republican baseball team:
“My prayers go out to my colleagues, their team members and the U.S. Capitol Police officers that were involved in this morning’s tragic event. I am thankful for the quick response of the U.S. Capitol Police, local law enforcement and first responders. These men and women put their lives on the line each day to protect and serve our communities.”
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