Morning Wire Wednesday Afternoon Update | 2.15.23
Feb 15, 2023
The podcast dives into President Biden's call for stricter gun control in light of the Michigan State shooting. It highlights the sentencing of the Buffalo supermarket shooter and the Ohio train derailment's fallout. The discussion shifts to potential Congressional reforms, including term limits, and mental competency tests. It also touches on the high-profile trial of Alex Murdaugh and explores Elon Musk's concerns about global governance risks, all while acknowledging Nikki Haley’s recent presidential campaign rally.
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Biden on Gun Control
- President Biden called for more gun control after the Michigan State University shooting.
- He stated there's no rationale for assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.
Michigan State Shooter's Prior Charge
- The Michigan State University shooter was arrested in 2019 on a felony gun charge.
- This charge was later reduced to a misdemeanor.
Buffalo Supermarket Shooter Sentenced
- The Buffalo supermarket shooter received a life sentence without parole.
- A man in the courtroom rushed the convicted murderer during an emotional victim testimony.