Jacob Ogles
Florida elected officials voiced support and sympathy for the Sri Lankan people after apparent Easter Day attacks killed more than 200 there.
At least 207 dies and more than 450 were injured following a series of explosions in churches and hotels Sunday, according to Sri Lankan news outlet Ada Derana. Those killed include at least 32 visiting foreigners, including Americans. The Colombo Crimes Division has arrested at least 13 in connection to the events.
“The United States offers heartfelt condolences to the great people of Sri Lanka. We stand ready to help,” tweeted President Donald Trump.
https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1119923840161857536
Florida politicians joined a chorus of leaders around the world condemning the attack and expressing support for victims and survivors.
“Horrifying coordinated terror attack underway on this Easter Sunday in Sri Lanka …,” said U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, a Miami Republican, shortly after news broke of the attacks. “Please pray for those who have lost their lives or been injured & for officials working to end this & respond to the injured.”
Horrifying coordinated terror attack underway on this Easter Sunday in #SriLanka. So far over 100 dead after terrorists bomb hotels & churches.
Please pray for those who have lost their lives or been injured & for officials working to end this & respond to the injured.
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) April 21, 2019
“My prayers go out to the people of Sri Lanka impacted by this horrific tragedy,” tweeted Sen. Rick Scott, a Naples Republican. “Targeting innocent people who are coming together to worship on this holy day is just evil. It’s pure evil.”
My prayers go out to the people of Sri Lanka impacted by this horrific tragedy.
Targeting innocent people who are coming together to worship on this holy day is just evil. It’s pure evil. https://t.co/VChiueUzRR
— Rick Scott (@SenRickScott) April 21, 2019
“Horrified by the news from Sri Lanka,” said U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy, an Orlando Democrat. “My thoughts are with the innocent victims and their families. The U.S. stands ready to assist the Sri Lankan people in their time of need.”
Horrified by the news from Sri Lanka. My thoughts are with the innocent victims and their families. The U.S. stands ready to assist the Sri Lankan people in their time of need. https://t.co/OeHtNP9wUw
— U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy (@RepStephMurphy) April 21, 2019
“Praying today for the victims in Sri Lanka. That this attack would occur on Easter, when families and children are gathered for worship, is horrifying,” said U.S. Rep. Val Demings, an Orlando Democrat. “Our hearts go out to the victims and the people of Sri Lanka in this difficult time.”
Praying today for the victims in Sri Lanka. That this attack would occur on Easter, when families and children are gathered for worship, is horrifying. Our hearts go out to the victims and the people of Sri Lanka in this difficult time.
— Rep. Val Demings (@RepValDemings) April 21, 2019
“Sending love and prayers to Sri Lanka from Tampa Bay this Easter Sunday,” said U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor, a Tampa Democrat.
😢 Sending love and prayers to Sri Lanka from Tampa Bay this Easter Sunday. 💐 https://t.co/io1Yj9eJMZ
— US Rep Kathy Castor (@USRepKCastor) April 21, 2019
“Devastating attacks in Sri Lanka. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families,” said U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch, a Boca Raton Democrat. “The US stands with the people of Sri Lanka against violence and terrorism.”
Devastating attacks in Sri Lanka. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families. The US stands with the people of Sri Lanka against violence and terrorism. https://t.co/gfSPQCetQp
— Rep. Ted Deutch (@RepTedDeutch) April 21, 2019
“My heart goes out to all the families & survivors of Sri Lanka in this Easter Sunday 2019,” said U.S. Rep. Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, a Miami Democrat. “We must stand together and pray for love and unity.”
My heart goes out to all the families & survivors of #SriLanka in this #EasterSunday2019 We must stand together & pray for love & unity 🙏❤️
— Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (@DebbieforFL) April 21, 2019
“My heart goes out to the families and worshippers in Sri Lanka who were targeted by acts of evil this morning,” said U.S. Rep. Donna Shalala, a Miami Democrat. “The international community stands with you during this time of mourning.”
https://twitter.com/RepShalala/status/1119964155824492545
