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Amid Threats to Workers and Voters, States Move to Restrict Guns at Voting Sites
At least 6 states have introduced laws this year to ban firearms at polling sites or expand existing restrictions.
Wayne LaPierre Found Liable in NRA Corruption Case
"The NRA has lost its leader, its power, and its wealth," said one campaigner.
2023 Breaks Record for Most Mass Killings From Guns in a Single Year in the US
There have been 630 mass shootings in the U.S. since the start of 2023.
Gun Death Rate Among Children in US Grew 87 Percent Over Past Decade — Study
Since 2020, firearms have been the leading cause of death in children.
Ethics Complaint Filed Against Lawmaker Over Bills Benefiting His Own Gun Stores
GOP Congressman Andrew Clyde was also responsible for distributing AR-15 pins to other lawmakers earlier this year.
House Democrats Are Pushing to Force a Vote on Banning Assault Weapons
The push comes amid a record-breaking increase in gun violence.
Gun Deaths Hit Record High of Nearly 49,000 in 2021
Firearms were the leading cause of death for children in 2021, surpassing COVID deaths.
Gavin Newsom Calls for Longshot Proposal: Amend Constitution for Gun Reforms
Newsom says the amendment is necessary because "a lot of the laws we've passed are being rolled back by federal courts."
The Supreme Court Could Soon Stop States From Being Able to Ban Assault Weapons
Recent polling shows the vast majority of Americans support a nationwide ban on assault weapons.
Texas House Passes Bill to Allow Election Workers to Carry Guns at Polling Sites
Voting rights advocates say the bill would only serve to intimidate voters and encourage vigilantism.