Pelosi Statement on Amtrak Derailment in Philadelphia

Contact: Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. – Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the derailment of Amtrak Northeast Regional Train 188 in Philadelphia last night:

"Our hearts go out to all of the passengers and crew caught in the horrific derailment in Philadelphia last night. This morning, our thoughts and prayers are especially with the family members of the six who were killed, and those victims still in critical condition. We hope for everyone's swift and complete recovery.

"This is a tragedy that hits close to home for many here in D.C. – along a familiar route for many Members of Congress traveling to and from Washington, and one of the busiest rail corridors in the nation. We must have a thorough investigation and assessment of what went wrong, and I am pleased the NTSB and FRA have deployed teams.

"No words can console those who lost loved ones in this terrible derailment. But we hope it may be a comfort to the families of the victims that so many share in their sadness at this most difficult time."

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