Monday, Oct. 2, 2017 | 7:20 a.m.
A sampling of statements about Sunday’s night’s mass shooting on the Las Vegas Strip:
President Donald Trump: “My warmest condolences and sympathies to the victims and families of the terrible Las Vegas shooting. God bless you!”
Former President Barack Obama: “Michelle & I are praying for the victims in Las Vegas. Our thoughts are with their families & everyone enduring another senseless tragedy.”
Former President Bill Clinton: “Thinking of the victims and responders in Las Vegas. This should be unimaginable in America.”
U.S. Sen Dean Heller R-Nev.: “Senseless, horrifying act of violence in Las Vegas tonight. Praying for all the victims & those impacted by the tragedy.”
U.S. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev.:
“My thoughts and prayers are with the families of those killed and wounded in last night's vicious and senseless attack outside the Mandalay Bay Resort. I thank the first responders for taking down the gunman and working tirelessly to treat the wounded. I am working with the City of Las Vegas and Clark County to ensure that local officials have the resources they need to support our community and investigate these tragic events.”
Henderson Mayor Debra March and the City Council:
“Our hearts are broken by the tragedy on the Las Vegas Strip and our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. We ask everyone in Henderson and across our community to come together in support of all those who have been impacted by this horrific act.
The Most Reverend Joseph Anthony Pepe, Bishop of Las Vegas, Roman Catholic Church:
“Deeply saddened to learn of the shooting in Las Vegas. Pope Francis sends the assurance of his spiritual closeness to all those affected by this senseless tragedy. He commends the efforts of the police and emergency service personnel, and offers the promise of his prayers for the injured and for all who have died, entrusting them to the merciful love of Almighty God.”
