Democrat Congresswoman Angie Craig Releases Statement Following Violent Assault

Rep. Angie Craig (D–MN) issued a statement Friday afternoon after the brutal assault she suffered this week in a Minnesota hotel. Washington, D.C., elevator.

Metropolitan Police Department of Washington Thursday night saw Kendrick Hamlin (26 years old) arrested for simple assault.

“My morning coffee really saved the day yesterday, but not exactly how I expected it to,” Craig stated. “On a serious note, I will also say that I was very, very lucky that I was not more injured — and I’ll have more to say about that soon.”

“I wanted to let everyone know that the outpouring of support from friends, constituents and colleagues has been overwhelming,” She continued. “I remain deeply grateful to the law enforcement officers for their quick response and subsequent arrest of a suspect last night.”

Craig stated that she was currently recovering in Minnesota.

The congresswoman’s office Craig dialled 911, and the assailant fled. “There is no evidence that the incident was politically motivated,” The statement was added.

Craig claimed that the suspect was seen in the lobby of her apartment building. “acting erratic” According to the report, he behaved as if he were under the influence of some unknown substance.

Craig claimed that Craig told police she had spoken to the suspect. “good morning,” The suspect followed her to the elevator “and began to randomly do push ups.” Craig described the suspect to police at that time. “with a closed fist,” She punched her on her forehead, then grabbed her neck.

Craig was reported to have been shot by police “defended herself by tossing her hot coffee” at the suspect. According to the report, the suspect fled before officers arrived. According to the report, officers conducted a search of the basement parking lot. The results were negative.

The Daily Wire received confirmation from the Metropolitan Police Department, that the case is under active investigation.

Craig was back at work just hours after the alleged assault. With fellow Democrats and Republicans, she voted to unanimously pass a resolution to formally condemn China for a spy balloon that flew above the United States last week.

After losing a congressional bid in 2016, Craig was first elected to represent Minnesota’s Second Congressional District in 2018.

Craig is married to her wife, Cheryl Greene, and they have four sons, according to the congresswoman’s website.

Daniel Chaitin contributed to the report.

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