(Washington, DC) – Congressman Alan Grayson issued the following statement in response to this morning’s shooting:
“For the second time in as many days, this country must deal with a heinous act of violence. Sadly, this time it is in the place we call home. My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families. As I watch the events unfold live from Washington D.C., I am convinced that members of the Orlando Police and Orlando Fire Department are doing everything in their power to tend to the wounded, ensure the safety of the public, and find the person responsible for this terrible crime.”
At the request of Congressman Grayson and the other members of the Florida delegation, the House of Representatives observed a moment of silence.
BACKGROUND: The scene of the shooting is in the 8th Congressional District, and is about one mile from the Congressman’s District Office. All employees and interns working in the Congressman’s office are safe.
