WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson released the following statement after the House passed H.Res.519, a resolution condemning the attacks on Minnesota lawmakers in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, Minnesota.
“Today, every House Republican and Democrat stood united in condemning the horrific, politically motivated shootings in Minnesota. We pray for the Hortman family, who mourn the devastating loss of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, as well as the Hoffman family, as their father fights to recover from the attack. We also extend our profound gratitude to the brave law enforcement officers whose swift response prevented further tragedy.
“All acts of political violence are unconscionable, and every leader across the political spectrum must speak with one unequivocal voice against it. As elected officials, we have a responsibility to set the example for civility and demonstrate that our political rivals are not our enemies.”
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