Congresswoman Gabrielle Gifford of Southern Arizona Shot At Constituent Event

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First photos of Giffords released since shooting

HOUSTON – Two portraits of a smiling Rep. Gabrielle Giffords gave the nation its closest look yet at the congresswoman's remarkable recovery less than six months after she was shot in the head at point-blank range outside a supermarket.

The pictures posted Sunday on Facebook were the first clear photos of the Arizona congresswoman who rose to national prominence after a gunman opened fire on her in January as she met with constituents in Tucson. Six people were killed and 13 others wounded.

But the images left unanswered many questions about her cognitive abilities and when — or even if — she will be able to resume her job in Congress.

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