We hold our neighbors in prayer. https://t.co/NOk7m3NlH6 pic.twitter.com/4mRH02gCkm
— Mayor Ron Nirenberg (@Ron_Nirenberg) November 5, 2017
"While the details of this horrific act are still under investigation, Cecilia and I want to send our sincerest thoughts and prayers to all those who have been affected by this evil act," said Gov. Greg Abbott in a Twitter statement.Statement on shooting in Sutherland Springs, TX. pic.twitter.com/ffUbQgYdWD
— Gov. Greg Abbott (@GovAbbott) November 5, 2017
President Donald Trump, who is currently in Japan, tweeted: "May God be w/ the people of Sutherland Springs, Texas. The FBI & law enforcement are on the scene."Truly heartbreaking news in #Sutherland Springs. Please say a prayer for First Baptist congregation, first responders & the community there
— JohnCornyn (@JohnCornyn) November 5, 2017
Deeply saddened to learn of the murders in Sutherland Springs. My thoughts are with the families & survivors and the first responders.
— Beto O'Rourke (@BetoORourke) November 5, 2017
Terrible news coming out of Sutherland Springs, TX. I’m monitoring developments and am praying for the shooting victims.
— Joaquin Castro (@JoaquinCastrotx) November 5, 2017
Keeping all harmed in Sutherland Springs in our prayers and grateful for our brave first responders on the scene.
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) November 5, 2017
Tragic. Incomprehensible. Infuriating. I'm just so sorry. #SutherlandSprings
— Diego Bernal (@DiegoBernalTX) November 5, 2017
As tragic events unfold in Sutherland Springs, please join Angela and me in praying for those impacted and for first responders serving now.
— TX AG's Office (@TXAG) November 5, 2017
My full statement on #SutherlandSprings. pic.twitter.com/UdbynSriin
— Lloyd Doggett (@RepLloydDoggett) November 5, 2017
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