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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 2h

Eight people were killed and at least 20 injured after gunfire erupted at two separate homecoming celebrations this weekend in Mississippi.

Every shooting is a preventable tragedy. Our hearts go out to the families of the victims.

Mississippi school homecoming celebrations turn deadly as 8 people are killed in separate shootings

High school homecoming celebrations in Mississippi ended with two separate shootings on Friday night.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 4h

We should all be able to go on a grocery run without worrying about if we’ll make it home, but now anyone can openly carry a gun in Florida’s largest grocery store chain without a background check or training.

This is a massive threat to public safety.

Florida’s Largest Grocery Store Chain, Publix, Announces It Now Allows Shoppers to Open Carry Guns

Publix, the largest grocery store chain in Florida, will now follow the state's procedures on its open carry policy, the company announced on Wednesday, Oct. 8. The decision comes after a 1st District...

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 2d

TRAGIC: An 11-year-old boy died from a gunshot wound in Newburgh, NY, and a 13-year-old boy was arrested shortly after.

No child should ever have unrestricted access to a gun. Safe storage saves lives and prevents these senseless, preventable tragedies.

11-year-old shot dead after allegedly playing with brother's gun at NY home: source

An 11-year-old was shot dead while allegedly playing with a gun inside a home in Newburgh, almost two hours north of New York City.

www.nbcnewyork.com

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 3d

But we know what works to save lives:

✅ Strengthen background checks
✅ Pass red flag laws
✅ Fund community-based orgs that support victims
✅ Close loopholes that allow dangerous people to get guns

It’s not that hard. We just need leaders to act.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 3d

Women are 5 TIMES more likely to be killed if their abuser has access to a gun—and Black women are disproportionately affected.

Domestic violence and America’s gun violence crisis go hand-in-hand.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 4d

“I do not feel safe because I’m always outside, and that risks the chances I get shot more easily.” - 12-year-old from Austin, TX

Our kids shouldn’t be scared to go outside, and it shouldn't be on them to prevent gun violence. They deserve better.

www.kxan.com

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 4d

The vast majority of Americans—including gun owners and Republicans—support commonsense gun safety laws.

But the Trump admin would rather cater to their gun CEO donors than prioritize public safety.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 4d

After the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, then-Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi supported raising the age to 21 to purchase assault weapons in Florida.

But when asked yesterday, she avoided the question. This is what the gun lobby’s influence looks like.

Senate Judiciary Democrats 🇺🇸 @judiciarydems.senate.gov · 5d

Sen. KLOBUCHAR: Do you support raising the age to 21 to purchase assault weapons?

Bondi: I won’t discuss pending litigation.

Sen. KLOBUCHAR: Your views are not pending litigation.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 6d

Extreme Republicans shut down the government, and people will suffer because of it.

DOJ furloughs could impact domestic violence grants. Some fear that's the point.

The grant managers sent home this week have typically worked through past government shutdowns.

www.politico.com

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 6d

The Trump admin furloughed staff who oversee federal aid for domestic violence victims. They are workers who have typically worked through past government shutdowns because domestic violence services are considered lifesaving support

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 6d

After undergoing multiple surgeries to remove bullet fragments from her brain, she’s getting stronger every day, but will continue to need ongoing care. Our leaders failed Lydia and must act now to protect her future.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 6d

After a month of recovery, 12-year-old Lydia Kaiser—who was shot in the head at Annunciation Catholic school in Minneapolis—is back in class 🧡

Lydia was shot while shielding a younger student from the attack and suffered a traumatic brain injury.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 6d

Two people were killed and 12 others were injured Saturday night near downtown Montgomery, Alabama.

Seven of the victims were between 16 and 20 years old. Once again, a night out ended in tragedy because of America’s gun violence crisis.

LATEST UPDATES: Teen and woman killed, 12 others injured in Montgomery mass shooting

Thousands of people were in the city this weekend because of the Tuskegee-Morehouse Classic, the Alabama National Fair and Alabama State University’s homecoming game.

www.wvtm13.com

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 7d

The government is STILL shut down and gun violence is STILL the number one killer of children and teens in America.

We need action. Now.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 8d

Virginia and New Jersey 🚨🚨🚨

Election Day is only one month away! It’s time to show up, knock on doors, and make your plan to vote for @abigailspanberger.com and @mikiesherrill.bsky.social, as well as gun safety champions up and down the ballot: IWillVote.com

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 9d

John, Craig, Pat, and Thelma should all still be here, but their lives were stolen in a senseless act of hate and violence. Our leaders must honor their lives with action.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 9d

Thelma, known for her kindness and selflessness, was attending services with her daughter when she was killed. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and dear friend.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 9d

Pat, 77, was at the church with his wife Kitty, who was uninjured in the attack. Pat was beloved by his family and known as a smart, kind, funny man.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 9d

Craig, 72, was killed while trying to help another worshipper escape the attack. His daughter was with him at the church and saved lives by talking the gunman down and distracting him.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 9d

John, 77, was a Navy veteran and a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He loved golf and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 9d

John Bond, Craig Hayden, Pat Howard, and Thelma Armstrong have been identified as those killed in last week’s attack at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 10d

Michael was married and had a big, loving family with multiple children. His family is grieving this unthinkable tragedy together.

Solomon, Joy, and Michael should still be here. Our leaders must take action in their honor.

Authorities identify those killed in weekend North Carolina bar shooting

The three people killed in a mass shooting at a waterfront bar last weekend in Southport, North Carolina, have been identified

abcnews.go.com

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 10d

Joy was at the bar with her husband, Lennie, who was uninjured in the shooting. They had recently moved to NC to enjoy their retirement. Joy was a loving wife and mother of three, who radiated joy, light, and kindness everywhere she went.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 10d

Police have identified Solomon Banjo, 36, Joy Rogers, 64, and Michael Durbin, 56, as the three people killed last weekend at a North Carolina waterfront bar.

Solomon was an executive director at a healthcare technology company. He’s been described as brilliant and as a fun, positive presence.

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GIFFORDS @giffords.org · 10d

Donald Trump has diverted more than 40,000 law enforcement agents from fighting to crime to build his deportation army 🚨🚨🚨

Law enforcement should focus on stopping crime. This is an attack on public safety.

Trump's deportation machine has diverted some 42,000 crime fighters from other tasks

Feeling safer now?

www.motherjones.com

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