jose? >> katy tur in london thank you. and reaction from the white house. nbc's kristen welker joins us from the north lawn. good morning. >> reporter: jose good morning. president obama cornbobama condemning this attack isn't the strongest terms. they're in touch with counterparts in tunisia and the united states offered full assistance as tunisia conducts a response. a statement we got yesterday from the press secretary that says we do not yet know the identities of the attackers or their motives. we know they're cowardly acts will not intimidate the tunisian people whose storied heritage is showcased at the sight of of the attack at the bardo museum. offering full assistance to tunisia in this incredibly tragic time for that country. >> talk about the folks in charge of protecting the president and the white house. secret service director joseph clancy is facing another tough day on the hill today? >> reporter: he is.