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* Presented in no particular order. Gov. Pritzker…
* Sun-Times…
Illinois Senate Republican Leader John Curran, R-Downers Grove, called it a “horrific act of violence” and said the shooter’s actions “sought to undermine American democracy.” Curran said he’s “thankful that President Trump is doing well and for law enforcement’s quick response to this senseless violence.” […]
State Rep. Bob Morgan, D-Highland Park, who was the lead sponsor for Illinois’ assault weapons ban, echoed that sentiment on X, saying, “Political violence is NEVER the answer.”
* NPR Illinois…
U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen, a Democrat who represents much of west-central and northwestern Illinois, said on the social media site X (formerly Twitter) he is “deeply concerned” by the incident.
“In the United States of America, we must always settle political differences with amicable dialogue.” […]
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill, issued a statement that “political violence is never acceptable.”
“I’m keeping the former president, the bystander who was tragically killed, and all who were injured or whose safety was threatened in my thoughts,” Durbin said.
U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., said those responsible for the shooting “must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”
“There is absolutely no excuse — and no place whatsoever—for violence in American politics, and those responsible for this must be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law,” Duckworth said. “I am keeping Donald Trump in my thoughts and hoping he has a swift and full recovery.
* Leader McCombie…
In a statement to the Tribune, Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie said, “today is a terrible day for our nation.”
“The deepening political divide is dangerous and any political violence is unacceptable,” she added. “Gunshots cannot silence our collective need for change. Our thoughts and prayers are with President Trump and others injured in today’s heinous act. We must come together to condemn violence and seek unity as a country.”
* US Rep. Darin LaHood…
I am keeping President Trump, his family, and our country in my prayers following the horrific shooting at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania. I am grateful for the Secret Service and law enforcement who acted quickly to keep people safe.
* Sen. Chesney…
On Saturday afternoon at a rally in Western Pennsylvania, President Donald Trump was injured after gunfire rang out while he was speaking. In response to the attack, State Senator Andrew Chesney issued the following statement:
“There is no place within our political debate for violence against any public official. The assassination attempt on President Trump this afternoon is proof that Trump derangement syndrome is real, and that the radical left will do anything in their power to take him out. President Trump is a fighter, and we wish him a speedy recovery.”
* Rep. Ugaste…
State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) issued the following statement in response to tonight’s horrific violence at former President Trump’s rally in Pennsylvania:
“Today is a terrible day for our nation. Nothing anyone says or beliefs they hold can EVER justify political violence - it is always unacceptable. My thoughts and prayers are with injured victims today, including former President Trump and his family, from today’s horrific act. We must come together to condemn all violence, seek unity and work to do better as a country.”
* Daily Herald…
DuPage County GOP Chairman Jim Zay lamented what he called a “sad state of affairs.”
“It seems like lately if you have a different opinion than someone, you’re the enemy,” said Zay, a county board member. “It’s not agree to disagree anymore. It’s more a fight than it’s ever been.”
Joseph Folisi, another RNC delegate and Trump supporter, said “some people need to ratchet down the rhetoric.”
“I was shocked,” said Folisi, a Schaumburg Township Republican committeeman. “You have to wonder what this country is coming to, really.”
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* AG Raoul…
Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued a statement following a shooting that took place at a political rally held by former President Donald Trump.
“There should be no tolerance for political violence and the type of rhetoric that incites it. No one should politicize this tragedy by pointing a finger of blame.
“I commend the men and women of the United States Secret Service for their heroic swift response. This tragedy should be a reminder that we should work continuously to prevent acts of targeted violence. I am grateful to have had an ongoing partnership over the past few years with the U.S. Secretary Service and their National Threat Assessment Center aimed toward training members of the public on how to contribute to preventing acts of targeted violence in schools, houses of worship and other public gatherings.”
* US Rep. LaHood…
Congressman Darin LaHood (IL-16) released the following statement on the assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump and political violence:
“I condemn the assassination attempt on President Trump at his rally yesterday in Pennsylvania in the strongest possible terms and we are grateful that President Trump is doing well. My prayers remain with those at the rally who were injured in this horrific attack and the family who lost a loved one. Congress should conduct a thorough investigation and oversight on the Secret Service.
“Like many Americans, I am deeply concerned by the rise in violence against government officials and candidates. Political violence of any kind is wholly unacceptable and has no place in our country. As we head to November, elected officials, the media, and we as Americans have an obligation to elevate the discourse and lower the temperature.”
* Rep. Niemerg…
State Representative Adam Niemerg (R-Dieterich) says the hatred and vitriol aimed at President Donald Trump has gone too far in light of the failed assassination attempt at a rally on Saturday.
“We don’t yet know the background of the shooter, which probably means the shooter is a card-carrying leftist. But even if the person is not a leftwinger, there is one thing that is abundantly clear – the individual who shot multiple people at a political rally and tried to kill President Trump is an evil person filled with hate. The hatred for President Trump on social media and in the mainstream media needs to stop immediately because what happened today is the end result of the hateful rhetoric.
President Trump is a candidate for office like any candidate and deserves to be treated as such. The over-the-top rhetoric we see so often in the media and especially on social media is only serving to fuel the kind of horrific violence we witnessed on Saturday. People should be able to go to political rallies without fear of being shot. Presidential candidates should be able to discuss their ideas and vision for the future of this country without being fired upon for simply having an opinion. The violent rhetoric against President Trump has gone too far. The only positive takeaway from today is the resilience of President Trump. He has been impeached, charged with bogus crimes, and convicted on those same bogus charges and now he has been shot but through it all he is still standing.”
