Deadly Texas bar shooting is 'potentially an act of terrorism', FBI says

"What happened early this morning in Austin was a senseless act of violence. My team and I are coordinating with local, state, and federal authorities."

— Ted Cruz , Politician

"I'm very thankful for the speed. They definitely saved lives."

— Kirk Watson , Politician

"This act of violence will not define us, nor will it shake the resolve of Texans."

— Greg Abbott , Politician

"Our prayers are with the victims and all those impacted, including members of our Longhorn family."

— Jim Davis , Academic

"chaotic"

— Austin Police Chief , Executive

"Obviously, it's still way too early in the process to determine an exact motivation, but there were indicators on the subject and in his vehicle that indicate potential nexus to terrorism."

— Alex Dorn , Other

"the state would respond aggressively to anyone trying to use the current conflict in the Middle East to threaten Texas."

— Greg Abbott , Politician

"some of those affected included 'members of our Longhorn family.'"

— Jim Davis , Academic

"To anyone who thinks about using the current conflict in the Middle East to threaten Texans or our critical infrastructure, understand this clearly: Texas will respond with decisive and overwhelming force to protect our state."

— Greg Abbott , Politician