Garrett announces House campaign with past drama still lingering

Garrett formerly served in the state Senate and House of Representatives.

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The rundown

• A gunman opened fire inside a Walmart in Chesapeake killing 6 and injuring more. Virginia’s top lawmakers respond to the tragedy.

• Tom Garrett announced a return to politics by running for the House of Delegates. His former congressional staffers are still being asked by lawyers to be interviewed for the nasty divorce he has been going through, however.

Six killed by a gunman at a Walmart Chesapeake

A shooting at a Walmart in Chesapeake last night resulted in six victim fatalities and four injuries according to police. The shooter was a Walmart employee and is also dead at this time with what police believe to be a self inflicted gunshot wound.

The shooting took place at the Walmart on Sam’s Circle. The shooter has not been identified yet, but he was a male and he used a pistol to murder his victims.

Governor Glenn Youngkin @GovernorVA

Our hearts break with the community of Chesapeake this morning. I remain in contact with law enforcement officials throughout this morning and have made available any resources as this investigation moves forward. Heinous acts of violence have no place in our communities.

Lt. Governor of Virginia - Winsome Earle-Sears @WinsomeSears

Our hearts break for the victims in Chesapeake and the families who've lost loved ones in another senseless act of violence. Praying for our Commonwealth.

Jason Miyares @JasonMiyaresVA

I’ve been in contact with Mayor West, law enforcement & the local Commonwealth’s Attorney about today’s tragedy in Chesapeake. The OAG stands ready to assist. I’m sickened by this senseless violence in Chesapeake and our prayers go out for the victims and their families.

Don Scott @DonScott757

This morning is another sad day for America’s inability to face its gun violence epidemic. Our hearts go out to the families in Chesapeake. You can’t say you’re serious about crime and not address the proliferation of guns. Gun violence prevention is crime prevention.

L. Louise Lucas @SenLouiseLucas

I am absolutely heartbroken that America’s latest mass shooting took place in a Walmart in my district in Chesapeake, Virginia tonight. I will not rest until we find the solutions to end this gun violence epidemic in our country that has taken so many lives.

Jen Kiggans @JenKiggans

Like all of you waking up today, I am simply heartbroken by this senseless tragedy in Chesapeake. My prayers are with the victims, their families, the store employees, & the entire community. I am incredibly grateful for the first responders and law enforcement who assisted.

Abigail Spanberger @SpanbergerVA07

Multiple fatalities — just before Thanksgiving — right here in Virginia. It’s devastating to think of the family and friends who won’t ever spend a holiday with their loved one again. We must redouble our efforts to stop the horrors of gun violence. https://t.co/uAz0JhsPuY

NBC News @NBCNews

LATEST: At least 6 people were killed in a shooting at a Walmart in Chesapeake, Virginia; the suspect is also dead, officials say. https://t.co/NsOcIEHG6P

Rep. Bobby Scott @BobbyScott

Tragically, our community is suffering from yet another incident of senseless gun violence just as families are gathering for Thanksgiving. My thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones.

wavy.comMass shooting suspect was employee at Chesapeake Walmart, CPD confirmsAuthorities say 7 people, including the suspect, are dead following a mass shooting Tuesday night at a Walmart just off Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Rep. Elaine Luria @RepElaineLuria

Enough is enough. Praying for the victims, their families and colleagues, and the Chesapeake community tonight.

wavy.comMass shooting suspect was employee at Chesapeake Walmart, CPD confirmsAuthorities say 7 people, including the suspect, are dead following a mass shooting Tuesday night at a Walmart just off Battlefield Blvd. in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Terry McAuliffe @TerryMcAuliffe

Devastating news out of Chesapeake. When does it stop?

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Tom Garrett is running for office again