President Obama Addresses Tucson Tragedy
President Obama held a news conference this afternoon to react to the tragedy in Tucson where Rep. Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) and 17 others were shot. Dr. Peter Rhee of the University Medical Center said earlier in the afternoon that he is optimistic about Rep. Gifford’s recovery.
The President said that “Gabby” is a friend of his, and her husband, Mark Kelly, is one of “our valiant astronauts.” He called it a tragedy for Arizona and for our country and called for everyone to keep all the victims in their prayers and “our hearts go out to the families of those who were slain.”
He confirmed that 5 have died, including Federal Judge John Roll and a nine year old girl.
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