    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book I)]
    [April 19, 1993]
    [Page 459]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Tragedy in Waco, Texas
    April 19, 1993

        I am deeply saddened by the loss of life in Waco today. My thoughts
    and prayers are with the families of David Koresh's victims.
        The law enforcement agencies involved in the Waco siege recommended
    the course of action pursued today. The Attorney General informed me of
    their analysis and judgment and recommended that we proceed with today's
    action given the risks of maintaining the previous policy indefinitely.
    I told the Attorney General to do what she thought was right, and I
    stand by that decision.