After the Las Vegas massacre, a Kentucky congressman has become a rare and outspoken defender of bump stocks, sparking debate amid widespread calls for stricter gun control measures.
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After a Las Vegas man opened fire in Manhattan, questions arise about Nevada’s gun laws. The state allows open carry and has few restrictions on gun ownership, fueling debate on regulation and public safety.
Several U.S. cities and states are leading efforts to ban the bump stock, the device used by the Las Vegas shooter to increase gunfire speed. Lawmakers push for stricter regulations amid growing safety concerns.
Survivors of the 2017 Las Vegas shooting expressed shock and concern following the Supreme Court’s ruling expanding gun rights, fearing it could undermine efforts to prevent future tragedies.