Attorney General Raúl Labrador issued a statement on July 13, 2024, regarding the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump. In his statement, Labrador emphasized the importance of unity and civility in times of political turmoil.
"Let us join today as Americans in praying for President Donald Trump and our nation. We cannot let our country be torn apart by political violence or disregard for the principles that make our Republic great," said Labrador. He further added, "We owe it to those who have sacrificed so much for our nation, to preserve our freedoms for the next generation and generations to come. We must rededicate ourselves to civility even in the midst of passionate disagreement."
The Attorney General's remarks come at a time when the nation is grappling with heightened political tensions.