The following statement may be attributed to Congressman Michael C. Burgess (TX-26) concerning today’s terrorist attach in the heart of London, UK: My prayers and condolences go out to the victims and families of the terrorist attack in London. We all thank those first responders and medical professionals who reacted swiftly to the emergency, at times placing themselves in jeopardy. These acts of such astonishing cruelty show a stark difference between those who strive for harmony, and those who wish only to bring chaos and fear to the world. While bombs exploded around London killing innocent people, important work was being conducted by President George W. Bush, Prime Minister Tony Blair and other international leaders gathered in Scotland for the G8 Summit. While bombers calculated means of destroying lives, participants at the G8 Summit were searching for solutions to world poverty and global environmental issues. In times such as these, people should recognize that evil knows no borders, knows no limits and knows no compassion. Those around the globe that value freedom must continue to persevere even in the darkest of times. No one can truly be prepared for such devastation and pure malevolence, but the United Kingdom can always look to the United States as an ally resolved to stand firm in the war on terrorism. Homeland Security Advisory System: General threat level remains at ELEVATED (Yellow). For the mass transit portion of the transportation sector which includes only regional and inter-city passenger rail, subways and metropolitan bus systems. - HIGH (Orange) Last update: July 7, 2005