HARTFORD, Conn. (WTIC Radio) - Numerous leaders from across Connecticut are denouncing the deadly shooting of Charlie Kirk during an event in Utah on Wednesday.
Governor Ned Lamont is following the President's Proclamation that flags should fly at half staff until Sunday at sunset.
“Political violence of any kind has no place in our country and is never acceptable,” Lamont said in a statement.
Congressman John Larson (D-01) issued the following written statement:
“I send my deepest condolences to Charlie Kirk’s family and loved ones as they mourn this loss,” said Larson. “We all stand with law enforcement in Utah as they work to swiftly bring the perpetrator to justice. The scourge of gun violence taking place across our nation every day as we speak is chilling and should disturb every American. Charlie Kirk’s death today is a solemn reminder of the prevalence of gun violence and is a devastating instance of political violence - something we must never accept in the United States of America. No matter our politics or disagreements, there is no place for violence. We resolve our differences at the ballot box.”
Others expressed their thoughts on social media.
Congressman Jim Himes (D-04) retweeted the following post on X:
Connecticut Senate Republicans said, in a written statement: “This was a sick, disgusting, cowardly act of evil. We condemn any and all political violence. We pray for Charlie Kirk’s survival and our thoughts are with his family.”