President Biden has been briefed on the shooting that took place at a Brooklyn subway station on Tuesday, the White House has announced, APA reports citing Fox news.
At least 13 people were injured in the Tuesday morning shooting as graphic images of bloodstained subway floors spread across social media. White House press secretary Jen Psaki announced on Twitter that Biden has been briefed on the shooting and is in touch with NYC officials.
"White House senior staff are in touch with Mayor Adams and Police Commissioner Sewell to offer any assistance as needed," Psaki wrote.
Attorney General Merrick Garland has also been briefed on the situation, a DOJ source told Fox News.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg also announced on Twitter that his office is "closely monitoring" the situation.
"White House senior staff are in touch with Mayor Adams and Police Commissioner Sewell to offer any assistance as needed," Psaki wrote.
Attorney General Merrick Garland has also been briefed on the situation, a DOJ source told Fox News.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg also announced on Twitter that his office is "closely monitoring" the situation.