My thoughts and prayers are with the people and communities in Minneapolis, Fridley and St. Louis Park affected by tornadoes that struck on Sunday. I grieve for the loss of life and the broad scale destruction left in the wake of this disaster.
The quick and effective actions of local first responders, Mayor R.T. Rybak and Gov. Mark Dayton testify to the resilience and determination of Minnesotans to work together and demonstrate the commitment we have to upholding one another. I join in the efforts already happening to ensure all federal resources needed for the emergency response and the recovery ahead are received as quickly as possible.