Gov. Greg Abbott's decision to define victims of a mass shooting as 'illegal immigrants' reflects his inability to find compassionate words when communities need it most, writes the Editorial Board.
Wilson Garcia gives an interview following a vigil for the victims of a mass shooting, that included his wife and step-son, on Sunday, April 30, 2023 in Cleveland. Law enforcement officials on Sunday were continuing to search for a man they say killed five people, ages 8 through 31, “execution-style" in San Jacinto County late Friday.
Jose Jonathan Casarez, 18, dreamed of giving his parents a comfortable life. He was shot"execution style" like the three women. "I’ve announced a $50K reward for info on the criminal who killed 5 illegal immigrants Friday. Also directed #OperationLoneStar to be on the lookout," AbbottWith one tweet, the five people whose lives were cut short became merely illegal immigrants. The governor's official statement attached to the tweet included one scripted line of condolence,"Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of the five victims that were taken in this senseless act of violence.
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