In a fervent response to the recent shooting of Donald Trump, President Joe Biden has vehemently called for a ban on assault weapons, labeling inaction as 'sheer cowardice.' The incident has heightened tensions across the United States, with Biden emphasizing the need for legislative action to prevent future tragedies.
This call for change comes amidst a politically charged atmosphere, as former Republican rivals and international figures like Boris Johnson engage with Trump at the Republican National Convention.
Meanwhile, discussions within the Democratic Party about Biden's future as the party's nominee are reportedly set to resume, highlighting internal divisions and the broader political turmoil.
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How does the idea of banning assault weapons make you feel about your personal safety versus public safety?
@8T7LSCB 2yrs2Y
Both are not contradictory. An honest citizen deprived of its weapon will always lose to an armed and unstoppable criminal.
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Trump v Biden latest: President says US is 'tense' after Trump shooting - as he calls for ban on rifle gunman used
Former Republican rivals who once bitterly criticised Donald Trump are set to speak at the Republican National Convention tonight - including Nikki Haley. Boris Johnson has met with Donald Trump at the event and commented on Saturday's assassination attempt.
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