John Thune: “Before I begin, I just want to say how grateful I am that President Trump is safe after what appears to be a second…”

“Before I begin, I just want to say how grateful I am that President Trump is safe after what appears to be a second attempt on his life in the space of 2 months. The trend this election cycle has taken toward violence is disturbing to say the least, and I hope this weekend's events will prompt reflection on our political discourse and the importance of not letting our disagreements lead to the dehumanization of our opponents. I am grateful for all the law enforcement personnel who responded and helped prevent another tragedy, and I look forward to seeing a thorough investigation.”