DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — Lawmakers both in Texas and Washington D.C are reacting to Sunday’s tragic shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas.
Senator Ted Cruz called it horrific and “truly evil.” John Cornyn said it was “truly heartbreaking.”
Just spoke w/ @GregAbbott_TX about this horrific shooting. State & fed law enforcement working closely. Prayers for all harmed. Truly evil. https://t.co/VBRqjBkwx2
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) November 5, 2017
Truly heartbreaking news in #Sutherland Springs. Please say a prayer for First Baptist congregation, first responders & the community there
— JohnCornyn (@JohnCornyn) November 5, 2017
Governor Greg Abbott said in a press conference that families need to huddle up and remind each other of how much they love one another.
He has also issued for flags to be at half staff through Thursday.
Here are some more reactions from state and national leaders.
After the #SutherlandSprings shooting the families & community turned to God for grace & healing. Their faith strengthened them. #txlege https://t.co/mOPA6rQ7ee
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) November 6, 2017
Heartbreaking news out of Sutherland, TX. Praying for all who were impacted by this horrific act of violence.
— Pete Sessions (@PeteSessions) November 5, 2017
Absolutely devastating news. Just overwhelmed with the violence. #Prayers for Sutherland Springs and our Nation. https://t.co/J8mgm5yDL5
— Jason Villalba (@JasonVillalba) November 5, 2017
What horrific evil in #SutherlandSprings Please join me in a prayer for peace & understanding. May god bless the lost souls & survivors.
— Senator Don Huffines (@DonHuffines) November 5, 2017
Please join Jan and I in praying for the victims of the senseless violence in Sutherland Springs this morning.https://t.co/ngmuhfS9Qw
— Dan Patrick (@DanPatrick) November 5, 2017
Dallas joins the entire country in grieving and praying for Sutherland Springs tonight. For the victims and their… https://t.co/sIFAq5k6k4
— Mike Rawlings (@Mike_Rawlings) November 6, 2017
Praying for the victims of Sutherland Springs & all those affected by this horrific tragedy. My heart goes out to their entire community.
— Betsy Price (@MayorBetsyPrice) November 6, 2017
The Sutherland Springs shooting was a devastating tragedy. Congress must take steps to prevent future mass shootings. pic.twitter.com/WqRsp5phpR
— Joaquin Castro (@JoaquinCastrotx) November 6, 2017