Hoyer Praises Justice Department Investigation Into Killing Of Trayvon Martin

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House Minority Whip Steny Hoyer (D-MD) released this statement on Thursday:

“The tragic killing of 17-year old Trayvon Martin warrants a thorough investigation, and I commend the Justice Department and Attorney General Eric Holder for opening an investigation into his homicide. Americans from all walks of life are rightly appalled by his tragic death. Trayvon deserves justice, and his family and his community deserve answers. It is my hope that the Justice Department’s investigation will provide those answers and that appropriate action will be taken to punish any wrongdoing to the fullest extent of the law.

“My thoughts and prayers are with Trayvon’s family and friends.”

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) previously issued a statement on Wednesday, also commending the DOJ’s investigation.

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