President Biden Takes Action Against Gun Violence in the US

Biden launches federal office to combat gun violence

President Joe Biden announces the creation of a federal office dedicated to addressing gun violence in the United States. Biden, alongside lawmakers and families affected by gun violence, emphasizes the urgency of tackling gun violence, following mass shootings.Vice President Kamala Harris, a former prosecutor, will lead the newly established office, focusing on implementing existing gun safety laws and exploring additional executive actions.

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Limitations on congressional action

While the administration is determined to address gun violence, significant gun control measures may require congressional action, which remains challenging due to waning support for such measures among Republicans.Biden and Democrats view gun safety as a crucial issue for the 2024 elections, particularly concerning younger voters.Firearms are a leading cause of death among children in the US. In 2023, over 1,000 children aged 12 to 17 lost their lives in shootings.

Public support for stricter gun laws

A majority of Americans support stricter gun laws, regardless of their state's current regulations.As of 2023, the US has witnessed at least 35 mass shootings, resulting in over 170 fatalities.Vice President Harris highlights that gun violence disproportionately affects communities of color and stresses the need to reject normalization of such violence.

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