Smith Statement on Shooting in Arizona

Statement

Date: Jan. 9, 2011
Location: Washington, DC

Congressman Lamar Smith issued the following statement today regarding the shooting in Tucson, Arizona.

"I want my constituents to know that the reprehensible attack that took place in Arizona on Saturday will not deter us, as Members of Congress, from carrying out our duties to serve the people we represent and uphold the freedoms granted to us by our Constitution. The House stands together in condemnation of this senseless attack.

"I am returning to Washington to take part in the House resolution honoring Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords and those who were killed, including Federal Judge John Roll. Gabrielle and all the victims remain in my thoughts and prayers."


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