Trump, Pence Condemn Attempted Attacks Against Obama, Clinton

President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence condemned the attempted attacks on former President Barack Obama, former President Bill Clinton and wife Hillary and CNN.

Pence tweeted: “We condemn the attempted attacks against fmr Pres Obama, the Clintons, @CNN & others. These cowardly actions are despicable & have no place in this Country. Grateful for swift response of @SecretService, @FBI & local law enforcement. Those responsible will be brought to justice.”

Trump, who retweeted Pence’s posting, added: “I agree wholeheartedly.”

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., also condemned the reported incidents.

“I stand with all Americans in condemning today’s attempted acts of domestic terrorism,” he said. “As we continue to learn more, Americans are united in gratitude for the first responders — the Secret Service, the Postal Service, and other law enforcement — who protect our leaders and public figures from such unconscionable acts.”

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