Congress Shooting Rally Spurs Unity Calls Across Parties
The attack on Steve Scalise at a congressional baseball practice drew bipartisan calls for unity as lawmakers described the shooter’s intent to kill. Capitol Police exchanged fire with the gunman while values of gun control and security were debated amid concerns over political rhetoric.
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Gunman Hodgkinson tied to extreme views on Sanders campaign
The gunman linked to pro Sanders activity and anti Trump rhetoric showed extreme views and contacted Rep. Best's office 14 times. Neighbors recall a volatile, quiet, progressive profile with past police encounters. Sanders condemned the violence and urged nonviolence.
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Grassley downplays extra security after Capitol shooting
Iowa's Chuck Grassley said the Wednesday shooting of a congressional leader and others is a sad situation but will not trigger more protection for members. He noted increased law enforcement at town halls yet warned extra security might backfire. Other Iowa lawmakers issued prayers and statements as debates about political violence continue.
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