LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON MASS SHOOTING IN MIDTOWN MANHATTAN

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement:

The murder of a brave New York City police officer and several innocent civilians is tragic and horrifying. We mourn their loss and stand with their families during this time of need. Our prayers and gratitude are also with those heroic law enforcement officers and first responders who put their lives on the line and selflessly rushed to the scene to save others.

Mass shootings are a plague. The gun violence epidemic continues to afflict our country and now has shattered lives in our great City. The time has come for decisive action.

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