Washington, D.C. - Rep. Bruce Braley (IA-01) today released the following statement after a shooting today that occurred at the Jackson County Courthouse:

"I was deeply concerned by the shooting that occurred today at the Jackson County Courthouse, and my thoughts are with those who were injured in this incident. Reports I've read indicate that Buck Koos acted heroically protecting the lives of others. Buck has been a friend and mentor to me, and Carolyn and I are keeping him and his family in our prayers. We all owe him a debt of gratitude and I wish him a speedy recovery." 

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