Who is Jared Loughner? Investigation into Arizona shooting continues

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As details from the investigation into the shooting of Congressman Gabrielle Giffords and 19 other people emerged this weekend, government at both state and national levels reacted with outrage, sorrow and confusion. Marc Lacey, reporter for The New York Times has the latest.

Evidence suggests that Loughner planned his alleged assassination attempt. FBI agents found notes in the home of alleged shooter, a thank you letter for attending a previous political event, and videotapes. Loughner faces five counts including attempted assassination and murder.

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