Obama was briefed on the shooting by Lisa Monaco, Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism, the White House said in a statement.
"The President asked to receive regular updates as the FBI and other federal officials work with the Orlando Police to gather more information," the White House said. (Reporting by Jason Lange; Editing by Andrew Heavens)Obama directs federal authorities to help Orlando shooting investigation
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