Statement just out from President Obama:
“Tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. eastern standard time, I call on Americans to observe a moment of silence to honor the innocent victims of the senseless tragedy in Tucson, Arizona, including those still fighting for their lives. It will be a time for us to come together as a nation in prayer or reflection, keeping the victims and their families closely at heart.”
Obama will observe the moment of silence with staff on the South Lawn, according to the White House.
The President has ordered flags flown at half staff and has postponed a trip to New York scheduled for Tuesday.
Still no word on whether the President will travel to Tucson.
