Jan 8, 2011
Press Release
Santa Clarita, Calif. -- U.S. Rep. Howard P. “Buck” McKeon (R-Calif.), the Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement condemning the attack on Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.):
"I
join the entire House Armed Service family in my shock and sadness at the
tragic shooting of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords. Just before the holidays,
Gabby asked me to visit Fort Huachuca in her district, an example of both her
bipartisan spirit and a reminder of her unwavering support for our men and
women in uniform.
"We offer her, her family, her staff and the victims of this heinous crime
our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time."
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