“In a somber statement on Independence Day, President Biden called for a renewed ban on assault weapons in response to the recent surge in mass shootings across the country. As our nation celebrated its freedom, Biden expressed his grief for those who lost their lives and his prayers for safer communities free from gun violence.
“”We have the power to once again ban assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, implement safe storage measures, end gun manufacturers’ immunity from liability, and enforce universal background checks,”” the President emphasized.
The urgency of this call to action cannot be overstated, especially in light of the alarming number of shootings leading up to Independence Day. Tragic incidents in Philadelphia, Fort Worth, Baltimore, and Wichita have left a trail of death and destruction. Families shattered, innocent lives lost, and communities traumatized.
In Philadelphia, a man senselessly took the lives of five people, leaving two children injured. In Fort Worth, a festival turned into a scene of horror with three dead and eight wounded. Baltimore experienced dozens of casualties in a single shooting incident, while Wichita endured another night of violence that left 11 injured.
President Biden also acknowledged the one-year anniversary of the deadly shooting in Highland Park, Illinois, where an AR-15 was used to perpetrate an act of mass violence during a 4th of July parade. He commended Illinois Democratic Governor J.B. Pritzker for signing a bill banning assault weapons in response to the tragedy.
Now, the President is urging other states to follow Illinois’ lead and is calling upon Republican lawmakers in Congress to come to the table and engage in meaningful, commonsense reforms that enjoy broad support from the American people.
The fight against gun violence requires decisive action. It is not a partisan issue; it is a matter of public safety and preserving the sanctity of life. We must honor the victims of these senseless acts by working together to address the root causes of such violence, including mental health, law enforcement measures, and responsible gun ownership.
Let us pray for the victims, their families, and all those affected by these tragic events. And let us stand united as Americans, prioritizing the safety and well-being of our communities, as we work towards a future free from the scourge of gun violence.
Together, we can make a difference. Together, we can protect our cherished rights while ensuring the safety of every American. And together, we can build a stronger and more secure nation for generations to come.”
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