Politicians from all around the U.S. are expressing their sorrow over the unexpected death of Associate Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia.
Scalia was found dead at a ranch in West Texas on Saturday.
Read reactions from lawmakers below:
My thoughts and prayers are with Justice Scalia's family and his colleagues on the court who mourn his passing. pic.twitter.com/Y51xUMMEId
— Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) February 13, 2016
Gov. Kasich's statement on the passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia. pic.twitter.com/MAypwTGQR2
— John Kasich (@JohnKasich) February 13, 2016
The totally unexpected loss of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia is a massive setback for the Conservative movement and our COUNTRY!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 13, 2016
Rest In Peace Justice Scalia. Thank you for your service to the nation. https://t.co/IXltVlqRcx
— Mike Pompeo (@RepMikePompeo) February 13, 2016
Justice Scalia was a defender of the constitution, an important conservative voice in the court. He will be missed. https://t.co/cOB3juvx7A
— Dr. Rand Paul (@RandPaul) February 13, 2016
Very, very sad. Best judge ever had died Antonin Scalia has died
— Steve Stockman (@SteveWorks4You) February 13, 2016
Multiple reports now that Justice Antonin Scalia has died. My condolences to his loved ones.
— Justin Amash (@justinamash) February 13, 2016
Justice Scalia’s respect for the Constitution helped preserve & protect the United States of America. God bless pic.twitter.com/exUUN8Fbre
— Jason Chaffetz (@jasoninthehouse) February 13, 2016
My prayers are with the family of #JusticeScalia.
— Tim Scott (@SenatorTimScott) February 13, 2016
My condolences with the Scalia family, as we hear of Justice Scalia's passing today. He was a true patriot & defender of the Constitution.
— Brad Wenstrup (@RepBradWenstrup) February 13, 2016
Saddened to learn of the passing of Justice Scalia. May God be with him and his family.
— Dennis Ross (@RepDennisRoss) February 13, 2016
Sad news on the untimely death of Justice Scalia - one of the biggest defenders of the Constitution. #SCOTUS
— Jackie Walorski (@RepWalorski) February 13, 2016
My heart goes out to the Scalia family today. Our nation has lost one of its greatest defenders of the Constitution.
— Rep. Paul Gosar, DDS (@RepGosar) February 13, 2016
#SCOTUS Justice Antonin Scalia was a fierce defender of our constitution & one of Americas brightest legal minds #RestinPeace #AntoninScalia
— Rep. Steve Womack (@rep_stevewomack) February 13, 2016
Prayers are sent to Justice Scalia's family during this devastating time.
— Rep. Trent Franks (@RepTrentFranks) February 13, 2016
Tragic loss for our country. A true patriot & defender of the Constitution. Prayers with Justice Scalia's family. pic.twitter.com/d3bv6CuaSq
— Doug Ducey (@dougducey) February 13, 2016
My thoughts & prayers are with the family and friends of #SCOTUS Justice Antonin Scalia. Thank you for your service. pic.twitter.com/th15Q8olbR
— Congressman Tim Ryan (@RepTimRyan) February 13, 2016
Antonin Scalia's death is a sad development that now will lead to an epic battle on the Supreme Court
— Gerry Connolly (@GerryConnolly) February 13, 2016
Supreme Court Justice Scalia has passed away. I extend my sincere condolences to his family and friends.
— Rep. Roybal-Allard (@RepRoybalAllard) February 13, 2016
Thoughts are with the family of Justice Scalia, a staunch defender of our Constitution and principled conservative #SCOTUS
— Rep Rick Crawford (@RepRickCrawford) February 13, 2016
Justice Antonin #Scalia was an ardent defender of our Constitution and protector of liberty. A sad loss for our country.
— Diane Black (@RepDianeBlack) February 13, 2016
Saddened to hear of Justice #Scalia's passing. Kris and I will keep his family in our prayers.
— Senator Pat Toomey (@SenToomey) February 13, 2016
I'm sorry to hear of the passing of Justice Scalia- a great defender of our Constitution. My prayers are with his family.
— Steve Chabot (@RepSteveChabot) February 13, 2016
Mary and I send our deepest condolences to Justice Scalia's family and recognize his long career of service.
— Senator Jeff Merkley (@SenJeffMerkley) February 13, 2016
Sad to learn about the sudden passing of Supreme Court Jusice Antonin Scalia. My thoughts and prayers are with... https://t.co/NaMdhDFeca
— Mike Fitzpatrick (@RepFitzpatrick) February 13, 2016
Saddened by news of Scalia's death. 1st met him when we hosted him at UW Law School. He was funny/engaging and won over most students. RIP!
— Raúl R. Labrador (@Raul_Labrador) February 13, 2016
I am saddened at news of #JusticeScalia's passing. A constitutional originalist & conservative stalwart. Tremendous loss for our nation. RIP
— Rep. Tom Marino (@RepTomMarino) February 13, 2016
My thoughts & prayers are w/ Justice Scalia's family. He will be remembered as a great defender of the Constitution. https://t.co/O0TVNjClxD
— Richard Shelby (@SenShelby) February 13, 2016
Justice Scalia's legacy is clear - he renewed our nation's belief in the rule of law and reinvigorated how we view the Constitution.
— Pete Sessions (@PeteSessions) February 13, 2016
#SCOTUS Justice Antonin Scalia dead at 79--> https://t.co/5tWYj9ncmS
— U.S. Rep. Billy Long (@USRepLong) February 13, 2016
God bless Anthony Scalia, finest Sup Ct Justice RIP
— Michele Bachmann (@MicheleBachmann) February 13, 2016
Justice Scalia was a loyal defender of the Constitution & a brilliant legal mind. My thoughts & prayers are with his friends & family today.
— John Shimkus (@RepShimkus) February 13, 2016
Antonin Scalia was a leader, a protector of our constitutional rights. His influence will be missed. Our prayers are with his family.
— Bill Cassidy (@BillCassidy) February 13, 2016
Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of legal great Supreme Court Associate Justice Scalia. May he rest in eternal peace.
— Mario Diaz-Balart (@MarioDB) February 13, 2016
Jennifer and I offer our prayers and heartfelt condolences to Justice Scalia's family during this time of deep loss pic.twitter.com/RZdVLo7gf4
— Rep. Steve Scalise (@SteveScalise) February 13, 2016
Sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Judge #Scalia, a strong and conservative voice on the SCOTUS.
— Dean Heller (@SenDeanHeller) February 13, 2016
Our country is a better place because of Justice Scalia's service on the Supreme Court. Saddened to hear of his passing today. #SCOTUS
— Charles Boustany (@RepBoustany) February 13, 2016
The #US has lost a true American hero. Heartfelt prayers for his family. https://t.co/iOjf50ltqf
— Louie Gohmert (@replouiegohmert) February 13, 2016
Our nation has suffered a great loss with the passing of Justice Scalia: https://t.co/nYFneXoX2Y
— Michael McCaul (@RepMcCaul) February 13, 2016
Today, we lost a great legal mind. Justice Scalia will be remembered for his wit, intellect, and steadfast dedication to our Constitution.
— Rep. Rob Wittman (@RobWittman) February 13, 2016
Our hearts and prayers go out to the family and friends of #Justice #Scalia. His legacy will live as long as American history itself. RIP
— Steve King (@SteveKingIA) February 13, 2016
My heart breaks for my county. Scalia will be missed by millions of Americans. But senate must not allow this Pres to seat his replacement
— Rep. Chris Stewart (@RepChrisStewart) February 13, 2016
Antonin Scalia dedicated his life to this nation and served it honorably. My heartfelt condolences are with his friends and family.
— Mark Takano (@RepMarkTakano) February 13, 2016
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Justice Scalia. He was a brilliant jurist and a great American. His wit and wisdom will be missed.
— Rep. Bob Gibbs (@RepBobGibbs) February 13, 2016
Saddened by passing of the constitutionalist #SCOTUS Justice Scalia. May all the souls of the faithful departed.
— Cong. Tim Huelskamp (@CongHuelskamp) February 13, 2016
Somber news on the passing of #JusticeScalia. His demeanor, his wit, and intellect will be felt for generations.
— Gregg Harper (@GreggHarper) February 13, 2016
Antonin Scalia dedicated his life to this nation and served it honorably. My heartfelt condolences are with his friends and family.
— Mark Takano (@RepMarkTakano) February 13, 2016
Saddened by the loss of Justice Antonin Scalia. He proudly served our country & defended our Constitution. My prayers are with his family.
— Lynn Jenkins (@RepLynnJenkins) February 13, 2016
#RIP Justice Antonin Scalia, one of the greatest constitutional scholars to ever serve #US on the bench. Thoughts are with his family.
— Mark Kirk (@SenatorKirk) February 13, 2016
JusticeScalia was a brilliant jurist who truly understood & respected the Constitution, exactly what we need more of. He'll be sorely missed
— David Vitter (@DavidVitter) February 13, 2016
The nation has lost a dedicated defender of the rule of law and a conservative champion. America will remember his legacy. #SCOTUS #Scalia
— Bill Shuster (@RepBillShuster) February 13, 2016
My thoughts are with Justice Scalia's family. Though I didn't share his philosophy, I admired his patriotism.
— Steve Israel (@RepSteveIsrael) February 13, 2016
Sad to hear of Justice Scalia death. A great man. I hosted him on a duck hunt. One of the great joys of my life https://t.co/eaYs5b6bcB
— Gov. Mike Huckabee (@GovMikeHuckabee) February 13, 2016
Justice Scalia was the moral compass of Court & a true constitutionalist - the kind our founders had in mind. https://t.co/RwvT334TyR
— Lynn Westmoreland (@RepWestmoreland) February 13, 2016
Justice Scalia was a man of faith and a brilliant legal mind who dedicated himself to our country with a servant’s heart.
— Steve Daines (@SteveDaines) February 13, 2016
The nation has lost a great American in Justice Scalia's passing. #Scalia #SupremeCourt
— U.S. Rep. Bob Latta (@boblatta) February 13, 2016
I feel like America just lost her grandfather. #Scalia
— Jeff Fortenberry (@JeffFortenberry) February 13, 2016
Justice Scalia's views,often dissenting, destroyed the pretension of leftwing efforts to eliminate the American system of constitutional law
— Newt Gingrich (@newtgingrich) February 13, 2016