Following a series of deadly shootings across the nation, President Joe Biden has once again called for stricter gun control measures, reigniting the contentious debate over the Second Amendment.
What Happened: In the wake of recent shootings in Philadelphia, Fort Worth, Baltimore, and Wichita, which have left at least nine people dead and dozens injured, President Biden has reiterated his call for stricter gun control measures, Politico reports.
Biden has been a vocal advocate for tighter gun laws, previously stating in May that he would “immediately” sign new gun legislation following a deadly shooting in Allen, Texas.
Among the measures Biden is advocating for are bans on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, safe gun storage requirements, the end of gun manufacturers’ immunity from liability, and universal background checks.
"Today, Jill and I grieve for those who have lost their lives," Biden said on Tuesday, as reported by Politico. "We pray for the day when our communities will be free from gun violence."
“I urge other states to follow Illinois' lead, and continue to call upon Republican lawmakers in Congress to come to the table on meaningful, commonsense reforms that the American people support," Biden said.
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Why It Matters: Biden’s renewed call for stricter gun control measures comes as the nation grapples with a surge in gun violence.
Biden signed a comprehensive gun control executive order in March, which was met with resistance from many Republicans. The order aimed to strengthen universal background checks and increase awareness of red flag laws.
Despite these measures, gun violence continues to be a significant issue in the U.S., with the country witnessing the most mass killings and deaths up to this point in a single year. Biden’s latest call for stricter gun control measures underscores the urgency of this issue and the ongoing debate over the best approach to address it.
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