Democratic lawmakers responded Saturday to the shootings in Buffalo, New York, and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, which together left more than 10 dead and dozens injured, denouncing the violent attacks and issuing calls for action.
In Buffalo on Saturday, a gunman entered a Tops Friendly Market wearing a bulletproof vest, pulled out a rifle and opened fire, The Associated Press reported. Authorities said the shooter livestreamed the attack.
The suspect killed at least 10 people before authorities took him into custody. Authorities said they are investigating the incident as a hate crime.
In Milwaukee the night before, three separate downtown shootings injured more than 21 people in total. according The ap.
“Appalled by the mass shooting in Buffalo. We are in communication with local leaders and authorities to offer any necessary federal support,” said Rep. Brian Higgins (DN.Y.), whose district includes Buffalo, tweeted.
Senate Majority Leader Sen. Chuck Schumer (DN.Y.) said he is monitoring the situation and advised people to listen to local law enforcement.
“I am actively monitoring the situation with the grocery store shooting in Buffalo. We stand with the people of Buffalo. If you are in Buffalo, please follow the instructions of local law enforcement,” Schumer wrote.
“I hurt for the victims and their families. I ache for Buffalo. The tight-knit community of the East Side hurts. Racism has no place in our state or in our country,” he said. aggregate in a later tweet. “I spoke to the mayor of Buffalo and offered him any help we can provide. We stand with the people of Buffalo.”
“I am devastated to learn of the senseless gun violence in Milwaukee last night. My heart breaks for the victims, their families and the MKE community. I look forward to speedy recoveries,” Wisconsin Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D) saying. “This is yet another unfortunate reminder that we must work together to confront the scourge of gun violence.”
Several lawmakers condemned what officials said were racist motivations behind the Buffalo shooting and called on Congress to take action to try to further reduce gun violence.
“My prayers go out to the victims of this racially motivated act of violence and my heart goes out to the loved ones of the victims, our first responders and the entire Buffalo community. Racism, prejudice and hate have no place in our state or our country,” said Sen. Kristen Gillibrand (DN.Y.) tweeted.
“I promise the people of New York that I will continue to fight with all my might to pass common sense gun safety measures and to confront and defeat the scourge of white supremacy.”
“I know we can’t stop all gun violence. But can we finally recognize that refusing to do something is shameful? Representative Ted Deutch (D-Fla.) saying. “The Senate can AT LEAST vote on the background check bills we pass. Maybe we can save a life. Today we are reminded again that we must try.”
Rep. Carolyn Maloney (DN.Y.) criticized the GOP for its stance on gun control while referencing Republican efforts to restrict abortion access.
“Racist extremists are armed to the teeth with weapons of mass murder in this country and the ‘pro-life’ party wants to do nothing to stop it,” Maloney. tweeted.
“Heartbreaking news from Buffalo, New York, as another community experiences the tragedy of gun violence. As an American, I stand with Buffalo as he mourns. As a legislator, I will never stop working to end these shootings and the spread of hate,” Colorado Rep. Jason Crow (D) saying.
“It does not have to be this way”.
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