McCollum Statement on Congressional Baseball Practice Shooting

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (DFL-Minn.) released the following statement on this morning's shooting at House and Senate Republicans' practice for the Congressional Baseball Game:

"I am deeply saddened by the horrific shooting at House and Senate Republicans' baseball practice this morning. This senseless violence is absolutely despicable.

"My thoughts and prayers are with Majority Whip Steve Scalise, staff members, and the Capitol Police officers who were injured this morning.

"As always, I am grateful to the Capitol Police and our first responders who bravely serve and protect Members of Congress, staff, and visitors."

Congresswoman McCollum was not in attendance at this morning's Republican practice. Congresswoman McCollum's Washington office remains open and Congresswoman McCollum and her staff are conducting previously-scheduled meetings with the many Minnesotans visiting Washington this week on business or for vacation.