Vice President Kamala Harris was briefed on the school shooting in Georgia before she departed Joint Base Andrews for New Hampshire on Wednesday.
According to a White House official, Harris will receive regular updates from her staff as additional information becomes available. The Biden-Harris administration is committed to coordinating with federal, state, and local officials in response to the tragic incident.
During her upcoming remarks in New Hampshire, the vice president is expected to address the shooting at the beginning of her speech, which is scheduled to start at 2:50 p.m. ET, as confirmed by a campaign official.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Harris' running mate, expressed his sorrow upon hearing about the shooting, labeling it as 'tragic.' He extended heartfelt condolences to the victims of the incident, emphasizing the need for support and solidarity during such challenging times.
While visiting a Democratic field office in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Governor Walz highlighted the unfortunate reality that school shootings have become all too common in today's society. He acknowledged the lack of specific details about the Georgia shooting but emphasized the importance of addressing and preventing such incidents in the future.