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By Eric Stock
SPRINGFIELD – Legislators in Illinois have issued statements condemning the larger mass shooting in modern U.S. history in Las Vegas and offering prayer for the victims.
Fifty-nine people were killed and more than 500 injured in the massacre.
U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger, R-Channahon, called it a senseless attack.
“Thank you to the first responders, local law enforcement, and the medical personnel in Las Vegas – their work and heroic actions saved lives,” Kinzinger said. “As a nation, we mourn this horrific, senseless tragedy and we stand together against this vile act of hate.”
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis, R-Taylorville, said his flag is at half-staff while he prays for the recovery of hundreds of people and thanks God that countless others are safe.
“Now is a time for prayer, for mourning, for recognizing the heroic acts of first responders and others, and for uniting as Americans,” David said.”
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., commended law enforcement and first responders for running toward the gunfire to try to save lives. He also issued a call for gun control by adding that Congress has a duty to pass laws that keep our families in America safe.
“We must work together to prevent sickening tragedies like this from happening again,” Durbin said. “We must work to spare the American people this unimaginable pain.”
U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth said senseless and horrifying acts of violence have no place in America or any other nation.
“The law enforcement officers and first responders who put their lives on the line to protect others deserve our solemn thanks for their bravery and courage in the face of the deadliest shooting in our country’s history,” Duckworth said.
