President Donald Trump issued a statement on a shooting in Virginia Wednesday morning that targeted Republicans at a Congressional baseball practice.
“The Vice President and I are aware of the shooting incident in Virginia and are monitoring developments closely,” he said in a statement. “We are deeply saddened by this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with the members of Congress, their staffs, Capitol Police, first responders, and all others affected.”
Multiple people were shot, including House Majority Whip Steve Scalise (R-La.). Trump tweeted his support for Scalise Wednesday morning.
Alexandria Police confirmed a suspect was taken into custody.
White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer tweeted shortly after the shooting that the president and Vice President Mike Pence were aware of the situation.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with all affected,” Spicer’s tweet said.
Pence sent his own condolences in a tweet to those who were shot:
This article has been updated with new details, including Trump and Pence’s tweets.
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