Reaction is pouring in online after and another 53 people were injured in a mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando, Fla. Officials say the attack is the worst mass shooting in U.S. history
Here is a look at some of the reaction.
WHITE HOUSE
Statement by on the tragic shooting in Orlando:
— The White House (@WhiteHouse)
HILLARY CLINTON
Woke up to hear the devastating news from FL. As we wait for more information, my thoughts are with those affected by this horrific act. -H
— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton)
DONALD TRUMP
Horrific incident in FL. Praying for all the victims & their families. When will this stop? When will we get tough, smart & vigilant?
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump)
Appreciate the congrats for being right on radical Islamic terrorism, I don't want congrats, I want toughness & vigilance. We must be smart!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump)
Officials across Florida expressed their condolences online. Orlando Police shared the story of an officer nearly killed in the gunfire and Equality Florida, an advocacy group, underlined the role gay clubs have held as safe spaces for the LGBTQ community.
FLORIDA GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT
My prayers are with the victims’ families & all those affected by the shooting in Orlando. We will devote every resource available to assist
— Rick Scott (@FLGovScott)
EQUALITY FLORIDA
ORLANDO POLICE
Pulse shooting: In hail of gunfire in which suspect was killed, OPD officer was hit. Kevlar helmet saved his life.
— Orlando Police (@OrlandoPolice)
A call for blood donations led to massive crowds at donor centres, but some expressed outrage at the fact that gay men are banned from donating blood due to U.S. FDA regulations.
ONE BLOOD
FLORIDA STATE SENATOR DARREN SOTO
Line is out the door at blood bank as our community comes together in crisis.
— Darren Soto (@SenDarrenSoto)
If you're in Florida and eligible to donate blood, please do. Remember that many friends of the victims are not legally able to do so now.
— Carina MacKenzie (@cadlymack)
Canadian politicians from all levels of government offered words of support.
PRIME MINISTER JUSTIN TRUDEAU
We grieve with our friends in the US & stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ2 community after today's terror attack:
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau)
MINISTER OF PUBLIC SAFETY RALPH GOODALE
Shocked at mass shooting in Orlando. Cdns condemn this brutal violence. Thoughts+prayers with victims and their loved ones.
— Ralph Goodale (@RalphGoodale)
MINISTER OF NATIONAL DEFENCE HAJIT SAJJAN
Thinking of all affected by this senseless act of violence in Orlando. Standing united with the LGBTQ community there and around the world.
— Harjit Sajjan (@HarjitSajjan)
CONSERVATIVE INTERIM LEADER RONA AMBROSE
NDP LEADER TOM MULCAIR
Terribly shocked to learn of the shooting at a gay nightclub in Florida. We stand with Orlando and the community today & always.
— Tom Mulcair (@ThomasMulcair)
ONTARIO PREMIER KATHLEEN WYNNE
Shocked and heartbroken by the news of the terrorist attack. Our thoughts are with the entire community.
— Kathleen Wynne (@Kathleen_Wynne)
LIBERAL MP ROB OLIPHANT
As a gay man I have worried about a massacre like my whole life. 1 person is a tragedy. 50 is unimaginable. Today I pray & hope.
— Rob Oliphant (@Rob_Oliphant)
The mass shooting at Pulse nightclub comes as Canada and the U.S. celebrate Pride month. Vigils across Canada have been organized to honour those killed in the Orlando massacre.
PRIDE TORONTO
Join us at a vigil for those affected by the tragic events in Orlando tonight at 8PM at the Legislature Grounds
— Edmonton Pride (@YEGPride)
Please join us tonight at 8pm at the Vancouver Art Gallery for a candlelight vigil in honour of the victims and...
— Vancouver Pride (@vancouverpride)
Candlelight vigil for victims at 9pm tonight in Olympic Plaza. All are welcome to attend.
— Calgary Pride (@CalgaryPride)
Celebrities, politicians and leaders within the gay community also expressed messages of grief and outrage.
CHER
NO WORDS GOOD ENOUGH‼️WHEN UR HURT, WOUNDED, MURDERED WE ALL CRY‼️WE ALL MOURN ‼️WE R ALL LESS WITHOUT U MY EXTENDED FAMILY‼️#URNOTALONE
— Cher (@cher)
JULIANNE MOORE
Email or call your Representative and ask them why they have done nothing to
— Julianne Moore (@_juliannemoore)
MICHELLE VISAGE
This tragedy in Orlando has left me empty. sadness beyond emotion. This is what is still happening. My heart is weeping. I send prayers
— michelle visage (@michellevisage)
ARIANA GRANDE
How how how how can one have so much hate ????? My heart...... is so broken. Praying for the families of the Orlando victims. I am so sorry.
— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande)
MAYOR OF LONDON SADIQ KHAN
I stand with the City of Orlando against hate and bigotry. My thoughts are with all the victims of this horrific attack
— Mayor of London (@MayorofLondon)
ELLEN DEGENERES
Sobbing.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow)
LAVERNE COX
Deeply moved that in the face of tragedy Orlando & Americans everywhere are coming together to give blood, love & support.This is who we are
— Laverne Cox (@Lavernecox)