SLIDESHOW

Attacks on Members of Congress Through History

By Alissa Swango and Theresa Poulson

Updated: January 11, 2011 | 7:42 p.m.
January 10, 2011 | 8:00 p.m.

Several members of Congress have been the target of gunman while in office. Here’s a look back at the faces behind the shootings.

Congressional Attacks Through History

Jan. 9, 2011 - Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., Shot Nov. 18, 1978 - Rep. Leo Ryan, D-Calif., assassination June 6, 1968 - Sen. Robert Kennedy, D-N.Y., assassination March 1, 1954 – Shooting at Capitol Shot Sept. 8, died Sept. 10, 1935 - Sen. Huey Pierce Long, D-La

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