The NRA owns every officer-involved shooting in this country. The lax gun laws they champion mean that every time a cop stops someone, they worry that it might be their last stop. And so fear leads to escalation, leading to tragic ends like this. https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2025/04/29/virginia-trooper-juvenile-shot/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=wp_homepage #Virginia #GunControlNow

In #Wisconsin, a dentist was shot and killed following a dispute over loud music. The NRA owns this. #GunControlNow https://www.wmtw.com/article/dentist-shot-and-killed-by-neighbor/64597969

As #NorthCarolina lawmakers debate gun restrictions, schools stress safe storage https://ncnewsline.com/2025/04/25/as-nc-lawmakers-debate-gun-restrictions-schools-stress-safe-storage/ #GunControlNow

Walmart Mass Shooter Pleads Guilty in El Paso Court, gets Life Sentence https://drudge.com/news/283311/walmart-mass-shooter-pleads-guilty-el #Texas #HateCrime #GunControlNow

Following latest school shootings, #Trump rejects calls for changes to gun policies https://www.democraticunderground.com/100220259126 #GunControlNow

With future of gun research in question, new report finds US emergency departments see a firearm injury every 30 minutes https://www.democraticunderground.com/10143444670 #GunControlNow

Today, police in #Boston are investigating a shooting on a subway platform at #Harvard that prompted the university to issue a shelter in place order. The NRA owns this. #Massachusetts #GunControlNow https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/shooting-subway-platform-harvard-students-shelter-place-rcna202070

This morning, police in Portland (ME) arrested a 31 year old man for shooting and injuring a woman inside an apartment. Thankfully, the woman's injuries are not life threatening. The man was charged with Domestic Violence (Reckless Conduct), Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Falsifying Evidence, and Felon in Possession of Firearm. The NRA owns this. #Maine #GunControlNow https://www.wmtw.com/article/one-woman-found-shot-inside-of-a-portland-apartment-suspect-facing-domestic-violence-charges/64534959

A Parkland And FSU Mass Shooting Survivor: 'This Is America' https://www.huffpost.com/entry/parkland-fsu-mass-shooting-survivor_n_68052bcee4b0254faa6be064 #GunControlNow

In #Portland, a man illegally parked a motor home in a way that blocked traffic this morning. He then told police he was getting a gun and locking himself in a bathroom. Police finally subdued the suspect. The NRA owns this. Lax gun laws enable criminals like this. #Oregon #GunControlNow https://www.wmtw.com/article/elm-street-standoff-in-portland/64533897

In #Pennsylvania, a paid killer charged with a series of contract killings has gotten over 40 years. The NRA owns this. #GunControlNow https://www.reddit.com/r/goodnews/comments/1k3qmtb/pennsylvania_paid_killer_gets_over_40_years_for/

In Leonardtown (MD), two teens, 14 and 17, were charged in conjunction with a shooting in that town. A man was found with a gunshot wound to his face. The teens were charged with Attempted Murder, Assault, Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. The NRA owns this. #Maryland #GunControlNow https://www.wmar2news.com/local/two-teens-charged-as-adults-after-allegedly-shooting-man-in-the-face

On Saturday, in #Baltimore, police arrested a serial rapist with a gun who was looking for rape and robbery targets in broad daylight. The NRA owns this. #Maryland #GunControlNow https://www.wmar2news.com/local/arrest-in-robbery-attempted-rape-at-howard-street-business

Yesterday, a #Florida State University opened fire on the campus, killing two and injuring six. The NRA owns this. #GunControlNow https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/04/18/florida-state-university-shooting-what-to-know/?utm_campaign=wp_the7&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&carta-url=https%3A%2F%2Fs2.washingtonpost.com%2Fcar-ln-tr%2F4227868%2F68022e7109671829d6cd26b4%2F5aedefd7ae7e8a5dbedec206%2F41%2F102%2F68022e7109671829d6cd26b4

So much for the GOP being tough on crime. Whenever push comes to shove, the GOP always sides with the NRA over crime victims and the police. #Florida #GunControlNow https://www.orlandoweekly.com/news/gut-punch-opposition-grows-to-attorney-generals-decision-not-to-enforce-law-banning-gun-sales-to-buyers-under-21-39224486

On Thursday, three members of a cult known as the Zizians appeared in court in #Maryland after facing between 9 and 14 misdemeanor counts related to the possession of handguns along with earlier charges of trespassing and resisting arrest. The group is suspected to have ties to various killings across the country. The NRA owns this. #GunControlNow https://openvallejo.org/2025/03/24/maryland-authorities-add-gun-charges-for-zizian-defendants/

In Burlington (IA), police were dispatched to a restaurant regarding a robbery that had just occurred. Two juveniles and two adults had entered the business armed with handguns and took cash from the register as well as property from patrons and an employee. A police chase in speeds in excess of 100 mph resulted before they were arrested. The NRA owns this. #GunControlNow #Iowa https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/local-news/armed-robbery-turned-pursuit-leads-to-arrests-of-2-juveniles-2-adults/

In Davenport (IA), a man was arrested after police say he eluded them while driving at speeds up to 110 mph with a suspended driver's license. He was running multiple red lights, putting dozens of people in danger. A handgun and ammunition were recovered. The NRA owns this. #GunControlNow #Iowa https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/local-news/davenport-man-arrested-charged-with-eluding-after-chase-topping-100-mph/

In Davenport (IA), an #Ohio man was arrested after police say he shot at another person there. He is being held on a $35,000 cash only bond. The NRA owns this. #GunControlNow #Iowa https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/local-news/ohio-man-faces-attempted-murder-charge-after-davenport-incident/

In Fort Mohave (AZ), a mail truck was stolen, resulting in an hours-long police chase after the criminal pulled a gun on an officer in Laughlin (NV). The criminal then stole a boat and took it to the #Arizona side of the Colorado River before fleeing to an apartment complex in Bullhead City (AZ). He then pulled a gun on an officer and was shot. The NRA owns this. Protect our police by supporting #GunControlNow. https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/hours-long-pursuit-led-to-officer-involved-shooting-in-bullhead-city/ #Nevada