Former Lawmakers Say Legislator Safety Likely to Be Discussed After Attacks

Minnesota shootings the latest attack in recent string of U.S. political violence

The shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses over the weekend highlights the rise in political violence that's been seen in the U.S. over the past five years. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.

Members of Congress want more security after Minnesota lawmaker shootings

Roy Rochlin/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Senators will be briefed by law enforcement on Tuesday on safety and security after the murder of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband and the wounding of another and his wife on Saturday. House Republicans held a conference call, which was described as “tense,” on Saturday with the House sergeant at arms and U.S. Capitol Police to discuss their concerns, multiple sources familiar with the call told ABC Ne…

Former lawmakers say legislator safety likely to be discussed after attacks

Former lawmakers say there needs to be discussion about the safety of legislators.

Congress' lawmakers clamor for more security in the wake of Minnesota killings

Lawmakers in Congress are rattled by the politically motivated series of shootings in Minnesota and want more protection for themselves.

Threats towards members of Congress climbing

The Senate will hold a security briefing with USCP as political violence arises. News4 has been tracking this since 2017.

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Sadly, threats and even attacks against politicians of all stripes are on the rise. As well, staff and visitors also deserve protection.