Chuck Schumer: “Well, Mr. President, I and we all are relieved that no one was…”

On the recordApril 27, 2026

Well, Mr. President, I and we all are relieved that no one was seriously injured in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner over the weekend. No matter the perpetrator, no matter the motive, political violence endangers our democracy. I denounce political violence in all its forms, as I always have and always will. I commend law enforcement's swift response to apprehend the gunman, which undoubtedly saved many lives, and that includes the Secret Service.

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Chuck Schumer

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Addressing the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

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Chuck Schumer: “Well, Mr. President, I and we all are relieved that no one was seriously injured in the shooting at the White House…”

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