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Congressman at Temple During Alleged Shooting Plot

Illinois Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi says he and his family were at a Hindu temple when a 19-year-old man allegedly attempted a mass shooting targeting Indian Americans. Prosecutors say the suspect’s rifle jammed, and coworkers alerted police after he allegedly discussed trying again.

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