Sacramento, California - Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. issued the following statement regarding the shooting today in Orlando, Florida:

“Anne and I were deeply saddened to learn of this absolutely senseless shooting and our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families. We stand with the people of Orlando and the entire LGBTQ community in solidarity against these acts of hatred.”

Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff in recognition of the victims and their families.