Reports: ISIS has claimed responsibility for the attack in Orlando

According to multiple reports, ISIS has claimed responsibility for the attack on a nightclub in Orlando that has left dozens dead and many more wounded.

NBC News: ISIS claims responsibility for #Orlando massacre, according to ISIS-affiliated media unit

— Bradd Jaffy (@BraddJaffy) June 12, 2016

.@BretBaier reporting ISIS formally taking responsibility for Orlando attack. Herridge notes the source is credible.

— Tammy Bruce (@HeyTammyBruce) June 12, 2016

JUST IN: ISIS reportedly claims responsibility for Orlando nightclub terror attack.

— CBS Evening News (@CBSEveningNews) June 12, 2016

This comes after an earlier report by NBC News that the shooter, Omar Mateen, swore allegiance to ISIS just prior to the attack.

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