Statement by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute on John Hinckley, Jr 2021

(SIMI VALLEY, CALIF): The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute issued the following statement today regarding the unconditional release of John Hinckley, Jr.:

“The Reagan Foundation and Institute is saddened to hear of the decision to unconditionally release John Hinckley, Jr., the man responsible for the attempted assassination of President Reagan, a shooting that gravely wounded three other brave men.  Contrary to the judge’s decision, we believe John Hinckley is still a threat to others and we strongly oppose his release. Our hope is that the Justice Department will file a motion with the court leading to a reversal of this decision.”