For Release: Thursday, November 5, 2009
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
WASHINGTON - Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) issued the following statement today regarding the shootings at Ft. Hood today:
“Today’s shootings at Ft. Hood are a terrible tragedy and my thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. Indeed, they are with all of our brave servicemen and women around the world that risk everything to keep us safe. A full investigation will hopefully shed light on what prompted such a vicious attack.”
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