Statement On The Jay Laylin Shooting

September 3, 2024 - The shooting that occurred a little after 2 this morning, at the home of 2024 Presidential Candidate Jay Laylin should never have happened and my office is committed to finding the not only the shooter, but the motive behind this heinous act. We are pleased to report that Laylin and his family are safe and are being bunkered in a safe, undisclosed location. I have spoke with Laylin, and he says that wants to get back to hitting the campaign trail and won't be deterred.

We are upgrading his security detail as well as Thomas Cooke's security team. This measure will take affect to ensure that a free, fair and safe election can happen. Jay Laylin says he will not "this evil act, prevent him from running a successful Presidential Bid."

We will continue to provide updates when and where we can and Laylin says he will issue a statement later today which will be released on his campaign websites sometime later today. The Presidential candidate's security is also being scrutinized.