George W. Bush: “It is true that I invited the President to the United States next fall.”

We are heartbroken by the loss of life and the agony so many are feeling.

I know campaigns are stressful and taxing.

On behalf of the American people, Laura and I offer our sincere condolences to Betsy and the Wyeth family.

The American economy has consistently proven its strength and resilience in the face of shocks such as natural disasters, high energy prices, and the terrorist attacks of September 11.