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Louisiana senators react to assassination attempt and call for answers
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) -Louisiana’s congressional leaders are calling for swift action to investigate the attempted assassination of former President Trump and the murder and injuries of others.
Besides understanding how it happened they want to know how to prevent such violence in the future. what we are hearing from our federal elected officials.
As one pundit suggested there are three wars in the world, Israel vs. Gaza, Ukraine vs Russia and Americans vs. Americans.
Louisiana’s elected officials agree a full investigation into the circumstances is needed and that violence has no place in the American political system.
“Attempting to change the course of the nation, by assassinating or trying to assassinate attempting to assassinate a president or presidential candidate is the worst form of violence there is. It doesn’t just affect the person who was shot, it affects us all,” said Senator Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana.
Senator John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, social discontent and disagreement are inevitable but must not degenerate into hatred and violence.
“All Americans care deeply about their families, and they care deeply about their country. I don’t have an answer for why, but what I will respectfully suggest is that we wait and try to figure out why together,” he said.
“Don’t make assumptions, don’t jump to conclusions. I’ve already heard some people saying the shooter was left wing or the shooter was a right winger, it was all political. Maybe he wasn’t left wing or right wing. He was just a broken wing,” said Kennedy.
They want the investigation and an upcoming hearing to identify the failure to stop the gunman.
“We need to find out why he was apparently climbing up on top of a building with a rifle and no one went after him,” said Cassidy.
“We’ll figure all this out together. In the meantime, let’s respect each other’s humanity,” said Kennedy.
The Senate Committee on the Judiciary has been asked to hold a hearing on the Trump assassination attempt.
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When it comes to retiring, the best places to do so often are affordable, have a high quality of life and access to quality healthcare.
If you’re looking for a place to retire, Niche has identified the best places for retirees in Louisiana.
In its list, Niche has taken into account factors like weather, crime rates, housing costs and access to amenities.
The 5 best places to retire in Louisiana according to Niche
These are the top five best places to retire in Louisiana, according to Niche.
1. Oak Hills Place
Oak Hills Place is a suburb of Baton Rouge and is the overall best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb, located in East Baton Rouge Parish, has a population of 9,038 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. The area is highly rated for families, diversity, as well as health and fitness. Here, the median home value is $437,900 and the median rent is $1,422, according to Niche.
2. Westminster
Westminster is another suburb of Baton Rouge and is the second-best place to retire in Louisiana. Located in East Baton Rouge Parish, this suburb has a population of 2,559 and offers residents an urban suburban mix feel. This area is highly rated for nightlife, diversity, families, health and fitness, as well as commute. The median home value here is $266,100 and the median rent is $1,482, says Niche.
3. River Ridge
River Ridge is a suburb of New Orleans, located in Jefferson Parish, and is the third-best place to retire in Louisiana. This suburb has a population of 13,312 and offers residents a dense suburban feel. The area is highly rated for public schools, family, nightlife and diversity. The median home value is $357,400 and the median rent is $1,127, according to Niche.
4. Westlake
Westlake is a town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. With a population of 4,743, this town offers residents a rural feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, jobs, cost of living, nightlife and weather. Here, the median home value is $166,100 and the median rent is $1,049, says Niche.
5. Prien
Prien is another town in Calcasieu Parish that is among the best places to retire in Louisiana. This town has a population of 7,119 and offers residents a suburban rural mix feel. The town is highly rated for public schools, housing, families, nightlife and weather. The median home value here is $278,000 and the median rent is $1,292, according to Niche.
Presley Bo Tyler is the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team reporter for USA Today Network. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
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