Two Kansas lawmakers say they are okay after reports of a shooting at a Congressional baseball practice outside Washington, D.C., Wednesday morning.
NPR reports Rep. Steve Scalise, Republican from Louisiana, one of his aides, and two Capitol Police were injured in the shooting.
Rep. Kevin Yoder of Johnson County and Rep. Roger Marshall of the state's "Big First" in western Kansas are both on the roster for the GOP's team, which has been preparing for a charity game.
A Yoder spokesperson tells KCUR the Congressman was not at the practice Wednesday.
Congressman Marshall tweeted early Wednesday that he was alright.
I am alright. Please pray with me this morning.— Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) June 14, 2017
Other Kansas Congressmembers responded to the shooting on Twitter, as well. Niether Rep. Lynn Jenkins nor Rep. Ron Estes appeared to be at the practice.
Sending all of my prayers to @SteveScalise, his staffers, and our Capitol police this morning. https://t.co/sUY528Md5m— Lynn Jenkins (@RepLynnJenkins) June 14, 2017
Please keep Rep. @SteveScalise, his staff, and law enforcement officers who were involved in your thoughts and prayers.— Rep. Ron Estes (@RepRonEstes) June 14, 2017
Kansas senators Jerry Moran and Pat Roberts each expressed on twitter their support for those impacted and thanks for first responders.
Shocked & saddened by this AM's shooting, praying for all impacted. Thankful for efforts of those working to keep Congress & staff safe.— Jerry Moran (@JerryMoran) June 14, 2017
My heart goes out to my colleague @SteveScalise, staff, security detail & the @CapitolPolice. Praying for everyone's safety & recovery.— Pat Roberts (@SenPatRoberts) June 14, 2017
NPR continues to update this story as it develops.
Katie Bernard is a morning news intern at KCUR.
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