WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) released the below statement following the shooting at a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. "Connie and I are relieved that President Trump is safe, and are praying for the health and safety of those attending the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania tonight, and for our country. We're grateful to the law enforcement who responded immediately. Political violence is complete  more

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Rep. Ed Case, D-Hawaii, issued the following statement on July 13, 2024: * * * (Honolulu, HI) - U.S. Congressman Ed Case (Hawai'i - District 1) today released the following statement in the aftermath of the rally for former President Trump today in Pennsylvania: "Our hearts go out to the innocent lost and we pray for President Trump and the others wounded. "Violence must not be the answer. Voters, not guns, must decide elections." * * * Original text here: https://ca  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Rep. Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Georgia, issued the following news release: COLUMBUS, Ga. Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr., (GA-02) issued the following statement after a shooting incident at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania for former President Donald Trump: "Shooting or other violent assault on anyone, including former President Trump, is abhorrent and unacceptable! Violence has no place in our body politic and cannot be tolerated. Nor can the rhetoric that provokes it  more

WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Rep. Jeff Duncan, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: Following the attempted assassination of former President, and Presidential candidate, Donald J. Trump and the continued release of details of the investigation that point to a catastrophic failure to ensure the safety of the 'protectee', Congressman Jeff Duncan called for an Independent Commission to investigate the security failures in Butler, Pennsylvania at the Trump Rally on July 13, 2024. Represe  more

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-California, issued the following statement on July 13, 2024: * * * Today, Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz (CA-25) released the following statement on the incident that occurred at the Trump Rally in Pennsylvania. "I unequivocally condemn violence of any kind. We must restore civility to our democratic process," said Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz. * * * Original text here: https://ruiz.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-raul-ruiz-releases-stateme  more

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Rep. Harold Rogers, R-Kentucky, issued the following statement on July 13, 2024: * * * U.S. Rep. Hal Rogers (KY-05) released the following statement after the deadly shooting at a Trump rally on Saturday in Pennsylvania. The US Secret Service confirmed President Trump is safe and being evaluated. They also reported one spectator was killed, two spectators were critically injured, and US Secret Service personnel neutralized the shooter, who is now deceased. "Please join   more

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Rep. Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, issued the following statement on July 13, 2024: * * * Cincinnati, OH - Today, Congressman Brad Wenstrup released the following statement after reports that shots were fired at former President Donald Trump at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania: "Please, every American, pray for President Trump and for our troubled nation. The shock and horror for America tonight is deepened by the loss of life during this assassination attempt. I grieve and p  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Florida, issued the following news release: TAMARAC, FL Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick issued the following statement regarding the shooting at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania "An attempt on any political party threatens our democracy and must be condemned. Political violence has no place in our country. My thoughts and prayers are with former President Trump. I commend the Secret Service for their prompt and effective r  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) released the following statement following the assassination attempt on President Donald J. Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania: "Bruce and I are thankful that President Trump has survived this assassination attempt, and we're praying for the families with loved ones lost and in critical condition. The decisive actions of law enforcement on the scene no doubt pr  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Praying for President Trump, his family, all in attendance at the rally, and our country. Political violence has no justification or any place in America--against anyone, for any reason, at any time. We will find this person/people and we will prosecute them to the fullest extent of the law. *** Original text here: https://fitzpatrick.house.gov/2024/7/fitzpatrick-statement-on-president-trump-be  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, issued the following news release: After a gun-related incident at a Butler, Pennsylvania rally resulted in U.S. President Donald Trump being taken off stage by secret service, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: "Any and all forms of political violence are unacceptable. The event in Butler, Pennsylvania involving President Trump is a deeply concerning development. As we wait to hear more from authorit  more

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Rep. Kevin Hern, R-Oklahoma, issued the following statement on July 13, 2024: * * * Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released the following statement after the horrific shooting in Butler, Pennsylvania, at President Donald Trump's rally. "I am grateful for the heroic acts of law enforcement who rushed to ensure President Trump's safety," said Rep. Hern. "It is truly a miracle that the bullet only grazed President Trump's ear. Tammy and I are keeping him, as well as the  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: East Hartford, CT Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after an incident involving former President Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. "Thank God President Trump is safe and being treated," said Larson. "Our prayers and thoughts are with him, his family, and all those in attendance at the rally. We thank the Secret Service and law enforcement for acting quickly and condemn a  more

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following statement on July 13, 2024: * * * Brooklyn, NY -- Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: "My thoughts and prayers are with former President Donald Trump for a full and swift recovery. I am thankful for the decisive law enforcement response and that of our first responders. America is a democracy. Political violence of any kind is never acceptable." * * * Original text here: http  more

WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following news release: Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) released the following statement on the attempted assassination of President Trump at today's rally in Pennsylvania. "Thank God President Trump is okay. "I can only imagine what could have happened had House Democrats been successful in their attempts to terminate his Secret Service detail. This should be a sobering reminder to them and others on the Left that their   more

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Rep. Ron Estes, R-Kansas, issued the following statement on July 13, 2024: * * * Rep. Ron Estes (R-Kansas) released the following statement after today's shooting at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania. "Like many across our country, I was shocked by the horrific scene in Pennsylvania. Secret Service and law enforcement acted quickly, and I'm thankful for the men and women who neutralized the shooter, preventing further harm. Susan and I are grateful that President Trump appe  more

WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Rep. Young Kim, R-California, issued the following news release: Anaheim Hills, CA -U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40) released a statement following yesterday's assassination attempt against former President Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania: "Peaceful political discourse is the cornerstone of our democracy and what has made this great experiment a beacon of hope for the world for 248 years." "Americans should never fear violent retribution for using our voi  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Elise Stefanik released the below statement following the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday. "Please pray for President Trump, his family, and all of the patriots at today's rally in Pennsylvania. The American people stand strongly with President Trump. "I am grateful for the statement provided by President Trump's team and sha  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) released the following statement after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump today at a rally in Pennsylvania. "I am incredibly relieved that President Trump is safe after a cowardly attempted assassination earlier today in Pennsylvania. Julie and I are praying for President Trump and his family and are hoping for a speedy recovery. He exhibited incredib  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Rep. Mike Thompson, D-California, issued the following news release: St. Helena, CA Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Chairman Mike Thompson released the following statement on the apparent shots fired at former President Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania today:"While we await more information on today's events, one thing remains clear: Gun violence of any kind is unacceptable. I unequivocally condemn today's act of political violence against the former president and  more

WASHINGTON, July 13 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: BURLINGTON, VT Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) released the following statement after former President Donald Trump and rallygoers were hit by apparent gunfire at an event in Butler, Pennsylvania this evening: "I am thankful former President Trump is safe, and I am appreciative of the Secret Service and law enforcement who responded so quickly. This is a horrifying moment for our democracy. We must condemn violence  more

WASHINGTON, July 14 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: NAIROBI, KENYA Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) released the following statement on yesterday's shooting in Pennsylvania: "I am horrified by the violence we witnessed yesterday. My thoughts and prayers are with former President Trump, his family, and the attendees who were harmed. "Political violence is never acceptable and threatens our country's most fundamental values. As deeply as Americ  more