News about the death of Rep. Jackie Walorski (R-IN), who was killed in a car crash Wednesday along with two aides, Zachery Potts and Emma Thomson, drew a bipartisan outpouring of grief and respect.
The Elkhart County Sheriff’s office confirmed the deaths. Walorski was first elected to Congress in 2012. She was 58.
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House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) announced Walorski’s death in a tweet, sharing a statement from her office. House Minority Whip Steve Scalise (R-LA) wrote that he was devastated by the news.
It is with a heavy heart that I am sharing this statement from the Office of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski. pic.twitter.com/UEPoKBDf5N
— Kevin McCarthy (@GOPLeader) August 3, 2022
Devastated to hear the horrible news of the passing of Jackie Walorski and her two staffers.
She was a dear friend who loved serving the people of Indiana in Congress.
My prayers are with her loving husband Dean, the rest of her family, and the families of the two staffers.
— Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) August 3, 2022
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) ordered the flags at the Capitol flown at half-staff to honor Walorski.
Speaker Pelosi has ordered the flags at the U.S. Capitol to be flown at half-staff due to the passing of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski of Indiana.
— Drew Hammill (@Drew_Hammill) August 3, 2022
Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) expressed his condolences to the families of Walorski and her aides, singling out Thomson, who worked on his 2016 presidential campaign.
Terrible news about Congresswoman Walorski of Indiana and her two aides tragically killed today in a traffic accident
May God bless their families & grant them eternal peace
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) August 3, 2022
Today Emma Thomson who did an amazing job on my 2016 Presidential campaign lost her life in an auto accident in Indiana
She was a smart & talented communicator and an amazing young woman
Jeanette & I send our deepest condolences to her family
May she rest in eternal peace
— Marco Rubio (@marcorubio) August 3, 2022
Former Vice President Mike Pence, who is a native of Indiana, and Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel offered their condolences.
.@KarenPence and I are heartbroken by the tragic passing of our dear friend Rep. Jackie Walorski. She served Indiana in the Statehouse and the Congress with integrity and principle for nearly two decades and will be deeply missed.
— Mike Pence (@Mike_Pence) August 3, 2022
I am devastated to learn of the passing of my close friend, Congresswoman Jackie Walorski. She was an incredible public servant for Hoosiers and leader within the Republican Party.
— Ronna McDaniel (@GOPChairwoman) August 3, 2022
Walorski’s fellow Indiana Republican, Rep. Jim Banks, called her “one of the greatest public servants I’ve ever known.”
My full statement on the passing of Jackie Walorski, my dear friend and one of the greatest public servants I’ve ever known: pic.twitter.com/nntvYAqttb
— Jim Banks (@RepJimBanks) August 3, 2022
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Republicans and Democrats expressed their grief at the news and shared prayers and condolences on Twitter.
My heart is heavy, and i don’t have the words. But all I can say is prayers for her family. She was a good and honorable public servant.
Rep. Jackie Walorski, two others killed in crash https://t.co/DYPCY3DEHU
— Adam Kinzinger🇺🇦🇺🇸✌️ (@AdamKinzinger) August 3, 2022
Just the worst news. Rest In Peace Jackie, a 2012 classmate, and her loyal staff Zachary & Emma. Our office is praying for the families of Rep. Walorski, Zachary Potts, and Emma Thomson. https://t.co/vkSJ09kLG4
— Rep. Eric Swalwell (@RepSwalwell) August 3, 2022
This is terrible & heartbreaking news. God bless Jackie, her staff, and all the families and friends impacted. RIP. https://t.co/1HgcUnwwwQ
— Chip Roy (@chiproytx) August 3, 2022
Just awful news. My thoughts are with Rep. Walorski’s family, the families of her staff who lost their lives, and her entire team as they grieve this loss. https://t.co/U3cQLpOWHR
— Rep. Gerry Connolly (@GerryConnolly) August 3, 2022
I am shocked and heartbroken to learn of Jackie’s passing. She was a great person, friend, and representative of her state.
My prayers are with her, Zachery, and Emma’s family tonight in the wake of this tragedy. https://t.co/L0iut1WdkI
— Shelley Moore Capito (@SenCapito) August 3, 2022
My heart is heavy with the news from northern Indiana. Jackie was a true friend & an incredible colleague. Hoosiers have lost a champion & dedicated public servant. Danise’s & my prayers are with the Walorski family, as well as the families of the two staff members who passed.
— Congressman Jim Baird (@RepJimBaird) August 3, 2022
I am stunned by Congresswoman Walorski’s death. @RepWalorski was an outspoken advocate and passionate force on the Ways and Means Committee. My prayers are with her family and the loved ones of her staffer members killed in this awful accident. https://t.co/tUfSmI9udM
— Bill Pascrell, Jr. 🇺🇸🇺🇦 (@BillPascrell) August 3, 2022
Jackie was a wonderful colleague, mother, and American. She will be greatly missed. This is truly awful. https://t.co/yHq0YmmPG7
— U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (@SenBillCassidy) August 3, 2022
I’m shocked and saddened by this news of Congresswoman Walorski’s sudden passing. Annie and I are keeping her husband Dean and their family in our prayers. https://t.co/WoxHueOyoz
— Senator Chris Coons (@ChrisCoons) August 3, 2022
Congress has lost one of our best.
Rep. Jackie Walorski was a true leader/legislator and the most thoughtful person one could hope to meet. She was dedicated and determined, and the kindest of colleagues — with the heart to match.
Please think of her family and loved ones.
— Rep. Darrell Issa (@repdarrellissa) August 3, 2022
— Rep. Greg Pence (@RepGregPence) August 3, 2022
My thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of Congresswoman Walorski and the members of her team, Emma and Zachery, who were killed tragically in a car accident earlier today.
May they rest in peace.
— Rep. Salud Carbajal (@RepCarbajal) August 3, 2022
My prayers are with the family and staff of my colleague, Congresswoman Jackie Walorski and the others who were tragically killed in a traffic collision today. Please keep them in your thoughts.
— Rep. Val Demings (@RepValDemings) August 3, 2022
I’m so saddened to learn of the loss of Rep. Jackie Walorski. She was a dear colleague of mine and I had the honor of serving with her on the Ways and Means Committee.
I’m sending my deepest condolences to her family.
— Rep. Gwen Moore (@RepGwenMoore) August 3, 2022
Heartbreaking news coming out of Indiana. Praying for comfort and strength for the family and friends of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski. https://t.co/CbkAxDyuq7
— Rep. Ken Buck (@RepKenBuck) August 3, 2022
Devastated to learn this truly shocking and tragic news. My deepest prayers are with Rep. Walorski’s family and the loved ones of her staff, Emma and Zachery, in this unbelievably difficult time. https://t.co/D4UhSBpmUX
— Congressman Tim Ryan (@RepTimRyan) August 3, 2022
Devastating news – my friend and colleague Rep. Jackie Walorski has been killed in a car accident. My heart breaks for Jackie’s husband, Dean, and for her entire team. There are no words to express my shock and sadness at this loss. This is truly terrible. pic.twitter.com/meA77JMWNl
— Jaime Herrera Beutler (@HerreraBeutler) August 3, 2022
This is horrific news. My thoughts are with Congresswoman Walorski’s family and staff, and with the families of the two staffers, Emma and Zachary, who were also killed in this tragedy. May they rest in peace. https://t.co/nbXpQcKgUj
— Mike Quigley (@RepMikeQuigley) August 3, 2022
(2/2) My thoughts and prayers are with the Walorski family and their entire team right now.
— Ashley Hinson (@RepAshleyHinson) August 3, 2022
Words cannot express how saddened I am to learn about the loss of my dear colleague Rep. Jackie Walorski and her team members.
My thoughts and prayers will remain with the family and loved ones during this tough time.
— Rep. Shontel Brown (@RepShontelBrown) August 3, 2022
Just seeing the awful news about Rep. Jackie Walorski. Heartbreaking.
I’ll be praying for her family after this awful and shocking tragedy. May God surround and comfort them all.
— Lauren Boebert (@laurenboebert) August 3, 2022
