Shooting in DC, Congressman and Others Wounded UPDATED
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Details are emerging about a mass shooting in the the DC area. Among those shot and wounded was the third ranking member of the House leadership -- Rep. Steve Scalise of LA. The shooting took place in Alexandria, Virginia.
Multiple sources including the Washington Post identified the shooter as James T. Hodgkinson; the New York Times reported that President Donald Trump told press after the incident Wednesday morning that the shooter was killed.
GOP House members were practicing for their annual charity game against their Democratic colleagues early this morning when a lone shooter began firing "dozens of shots."
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTRep. Steve Scalise of Louisiana, a true friend and patriot, was badly injured but will fully recover. Our thoughts and prayers are with him.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 14, 2017
This morning the hearts of the whole House are with @SteveScalise, the brave Capitol police, staff, and all those who were in harm's way.
— Paul Ryan (@SpeakerRyan) June 14, 2017
My thoughts and prayers with @SteveScalise, Capitol Police and staff at the shooting in Alexandria, VA this morning.
— Nancy Pelosi (@NancyPelosi) June 14, 2017
The New York Times reported that five people were injured in the incident.
Updated: Wednesday 11:49 A.M.
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