Tragedy Struck A Maryland Local Community Newspaper – The First Lady Responded To The Victims
Thursday, the alleged attacker reportedly targeted the Capitol Gazette claiming the lives of 5 confirmed fatalities and two injured. Police say he entered the building with a shotgun, detonating smoke grenades, and looked for his victims as he walked through the office.
Police also say that threats were sent through social media but want to wait until the investigation is complete before confirming if they were from the attacker. This story touched the First Lady’s heart as she addressed the victims directly on social media.
According to The Daily Caller, First Lady Melania Trump tweeted a heartfelt message to the victims of a shooting that occurred Thursday outside of the building that housed Capital Gazette news.
The First Lady tweeted, “Today’s violence at the Capital Gazette was tragic & evil. My heart goes out to all affected in this brutal & senseless attack, & I send thoughts & prayers for comfort to the friends, family & colleagues of those killed & injured.”
Today's violence at the Capital Gazette was tragic & evil. My heart goes out to all affected in this brutal & senseless attack, & I send thoughts & prayers for comfort to the friends, family & colleagues of those killed & injured.
— Melania Trump 45 Archived (@FLOTUS45) June 28, 2018
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