
New California Gun Law Will Hold Gun Manufacturers Accountable
A new California law will hold gun manufacturers and sellers accountable for who they sell firearms to.
A new California law will hold gun manufacturers and sellers accountable for who they sell firearms to.
Local elected officials and an attorney for 19 Uvalde families share their thoughts as law enforcement is shown in video footage of the mass shooting.
Families affected by mass shootings across the U.S. protested outside of the Capitol, calling on Congress to ban assault weapons.
President Biden hosted hundreds of guests on the South Lawn, including a bipartisan group of lawmakers who crafted and supported the legislation.
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New details about the lack of police response during the shooting at Robb Elementary have put pressure on the sheriff to testify.
A new law will also require applicants to undergo safety training, provide four character references and sit for in-person interviews.
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A "hero citizen" overheard a conversation indicating there was an attack being planned on an Independence Day celebration in Richmond.
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State Attorney Eric Rinehart says authorities are going through the Highland Park suspect's digital and social media footprint to learn more.
In light of the Highland Park, Illinois shooting, fear of public spaces and anxiety with large gatherings is higher in the U.S.
Police had been called to the suspected gunman's home twice in 2019 for threats of violence and suicide.
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After a mass shooting, many wonder how the family of a gunman didn't see the signs, but one expert says the shooter often keeps their plans secret.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the measure into law after it passed both chambers by wide margins.
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Families of the victims and survivors of the Robb Elementary shooting are struggling with grief and financial burdens after the tragedy.
The legislation will toughen background checks for young gun buyers, keep guns from domestic violence offenders and help states enact red flag laws.
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The bill passed the House on a mostly party-line 234-193 vote.
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Democrats and 15 Republicans decided that congressional inaction was untenable after last month’s rampages in New York and Texas.
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The ruling will strike down certain existing gun laws in New York, and puts similar requirements in other states at risk.
The Supreme Court held that a New York gun law was a violation of Second Amendment rights.
Day two of Texas state Capitol hearings about the Uvalde tragedy focused on mental health and firearm safety.
Some candidates have shifted targets from policy to groups of people, which can appeal to the base of a political group.
The bill would toughen background checks for the youngest firearms buyers, require more background checks and beef up penalties on gun traffickers.
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Lawmakers have said a deal must be completed and written into legislative language by week's end if Congress is to vote by next week.
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The 18-year-old gunman could face the death penalty.
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McConnell's backing was the latest indication that last month's gun massacres had reconfigured the political calculations for some in the GOP.
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20 senators, including 10 Republicans, are calling for passage.
Given the bipartisan support, "there are no excuses for delay," said President Joe Biden.
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A now removed image was tweeted by the company, days before the school shooting, showing a toddler handling one of its' AR-15 style rifles.
The father of Joaquin Oliver, a student killed in the mass shooting in Parkland, called for students to avoid class until gun laws are passed.
Activists hope this will compel Congress to act on gun control.
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The task force will be comprised of members from both parties.
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