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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Andrew Feinberg and Eric Garcia

Biden praises civilian heroes in Brooklyn subway shooting attack

REUTERS

President Joe Biden praised first responders who responded to a gunman who opened fire on a crowded subway in New York City.

“Jill and I — my wife and I are praying for those that are injured in all of those touched by the trauma,” he said. “We are grateful for all of the first responders who jumped into action, including the civilians. Civilians who did not hesitate to help their fellow passengers and tried to shield them.”

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