UNITY, ME – U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine), a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, released the following statement this evening in response to the attacks in Paris:

“My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Paris tonight as the details of these tragic events continue to unfold. These acts of violence are an unconscionable assault on freedom and liberty, and America stands ready to assist our French friends and allies as they work to bring this situation to an end, identify those responsible, and bring them to justice. There is still much we don’t know about the attacks – but the coordinated nature leaves little doubt that these are acts of terror. And as ever, we stand united against the hatred and brutality of violent extremism. I will continue to be briefed as more information becomes available, and as we learn more, the victims and their families will remain in our hearts and minds.”

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