Alabama lawmakers react to Texas elementary school mass shooting

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – Alabama lawmakers are reacting to a lethal capturing at a Texas elementary faculty that claimed the lives of practically two dozen folks Tuesday.

The Related Press stories the 18-year-old gunman opened hearth at Robb Elementary Faculty in Uvalde, Texas, killing no less than 18 youngsters and three adults. The gunman can be useless.

It was the deadliest capturing at a U.S. grade faculty since a gunmen killed 20 youngsters and 6 adults at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut, virtually a decade in the past, in response to the AP.

Gov. Kay Ivey launched the next assertion Tuesday:

“We’re all fascinated with these in Uvalde, Texas. I’m heartbroken for the harmless lives misplaced and the family members who’re grieving. Might God be with all these affected by this horrific tragedy.”

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore, R-District 2, launched the next assertion:

“What occurred at the moment in Texas is tragic and horrifying. Please be a part of me in praying for therapeutic for individuals who had been injured and luxury for the households who misplaced family members at the moment.”

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., tweeted concerning the capturing earlier Tuesday.

Rep. Terri Sewell, D-District 7, tweeted she is horrified and heartbroken.

President Joe Biden has directed that American flags be flown at half-staff via sundown Saturday in honor of the victims.

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