US Gun Control
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Biden creates 1st-ever U.S. gun violence prevention office to combat ‘epidemic’The White House said Vice-President Kamala Harris will oversee the new office that will coordinate federal efforts and help states struggling with increasing gun violence.U.S. NewsSep 21, 2023
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Private U.S. gun sales don’t need background checks. A new rule may change thatPeople who privately sell firearms online or at gun shows would need to be licensed and run background checks on the buyers, the proposed ATF rule says.U.S. NewsAug 31, 2023
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Biden cracks down on background checks for gun purchases: ‘Do something’Joe Biden has been emboldened by the midterms after his regular talk of gun control didn’t result in massive losses, and he’s expected to continue to push for strong changes.U.S. NewsMar 14, 2023
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Biden says he’s ‘determined’ to revive ban on assault-style weapons in U.S.Biden also used his remarks Tuesday to forcefully defend the FBI amid criticism and threats of violence following the search of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida.WorldAug 30, 2022
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U.S. gun safety bill still on track after Republican walks out on talks, Democrats sayDespite lead Republican negotiator John Cornyn walking out, other senators said the talks were close to reaching agreement and legislative text for a bill could emerge soon.WorldJun 16, 2022
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Matthew McConaughey pleads for U.S. gun control at White House: ‘People are hurting’In a highly personal 22-minute speech, McConaughey exhorted a gridlocked Congress to pass gun reforms that can save lives without infringing on Second Amendment rights.WorldJun 7, 2022
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As Biden is pressed to act on gun control, White House says it’s up to CongressGun safety groups are urging Biden to make an emergency declaration on gun violence, name a gun violence czar and issue more executive orders as lawmakers stall.WorldMay 26, 2022
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Republicans shut down domestic terrorism bill, gun policy debate in SenateThe vote failed along party lines, raising fresh doubts about the possibility of robust debate, let alone eventual compromise, on gun safety measures.WorldMay 26, 2022
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Calls grow for U.S. gun control after Texas school shooting: ‘Our kids are living in fear’"Our kids are living in fear every single time they set foot in a classroom because they think they're going to be next," said Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut.WorldMay 24, 2022
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Crackdown on illegal gun dealers part of Biden’s plan to stem rising crime in U.S.Crime rates have risen across the U.S. after plummeting during the initial months of the coronavirus pandemic, creating economic hardship and anxiety.WorldJun 23, 2021
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