Merkley Statement on Failed Plot to Bomb Pioneer Courthouse Square
Merkley Statement on Failed Plot to Bomb Pioneer Courthouse Square
Portland, OR – Oregon's Senator Jeff Merkley issued the following statement on the thwarted attempt to bomb Pioneer Courthouse Square:
"This is a grim reminder to all of us that there remain individuals and groups that want to inflict terror upon our communities. We must remain vigilant in our efforts to stop them. The men and women on the front lines of this fight deserve our respect and thanks for their tremendous work."
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