Morning Wire Senate Gun Control Bill | June 13, 2022
Jun 13, 2022
A bipartisan group of Senators strikes a historic deal on gun control, proposing measures like enhanced background checks and red flag laws. The fallout reveals deep divides among advocates and gun rights supporters. President Biden's push for stricter measures faces hurdles, including a noticeable absence of an assault weapons ban. Meanwhile, the recent Summit of the Americas highlights waning U.S. influence and challenges in Latin American relations. A controversial Fox News segment on early gender transition stirs debate, emphasizing the growing politicization of transgender issues.
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Bipartisan Gun Control Bill
- A bipartisan Senate coalition reached an agreement on sweeping firearm regulations.
- This marks the most consequential gun control legislation in a generation.
Republican Concerns Addressed
- Republicans addressed mental health and school safety concerns in the bill.
- Increased funding will go towards mental health resources and school safety programs.
Second Amendment Concerns
- The pro-Second Amendment crowd is concerned about red flag laws.
- They believe these laws threaten the right to due process.
