- Mass shooting occurred during Lunar New Year celebrations in Monterey Park.
- Governor Gavin Newsom and Senator Kamala Harris sent their condolences.
- The violence took place during a night of celebration for the Chinese New Year.
As the full scope of the violence became apparent on Sunday, the political leadership of the state of California sent their sympathies.
Spent time in Monterey Park today meeting with leaders and those impacted by this terrible tragedy. The strength of this community is incredible.
No other country in the world is terrorized by this constant stream of gun violence. We need real gun reform at a national level. pic.twitter.com/9XZf0PK7XQ
— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) January 23, 2023
My heart is broken for the victims, their families, and the people of my hometown Monterey Park who were impacted by the mass shooting that took place during a night of Lunar New Year celebrations. I am closely following the situation.
— Judy Chu (@RepJudyChu) January 22, 2023
“A time of cultural celebration and yet another community has been torn apart by senseless gun violence,” said Vice-President Kamala Harris who represented California in the US Senate.
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