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House Republican Joins Democrats by Calling for Gun Control Measures
Source: ABC News
House Republican Joins Democrats by Calling for Gun Control Measures
By BENJAMIN SIEGEL Jun 15, 2016, 1:58 PM ET
Rep. Bob Dold joined Democrats on the House floor Tuesday by calling for the chamber to take up gun control measures after the Orlando nightclub shooting.
He pushed for a vote on a bill from Rep. Peter King that would prevent suspected terrorists from acquiring firearms and explosives. He also voiced his support for universal background checks.
"Thoughts and prayers are not enough," Dold said. "It's time for action."
The Illinois Republican is locked in a tough reelection fight with former Rep. Brad Schneider, who supports gun control.
Last July, he signed on to a bill with Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, to prevent people who have abused dating partners or have been convicted of stalking from owning and buying firearms.
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By BENJAMIN SIEGEL Jun 15, 2016, 1:58 PM ET
Rep. Bob Dold joined Democrats on the House floor Tuesday by calling for the chamber to take up gun control measures after the Orlando nightclub shooting.
He pushed for a vote on a bill from Rep. Peter King that would prevent suspected terrorists from acquiring firearms and explosives. He also voiced his support for universal background checks.
"Thoughts and prayers are not enough," Dold said. "It's time for action."
The Illinois Republican is locked in a tough reelection fight with former Rep. Brad Schneider, who supports gun control.
Last July, he signed on to a bill with Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, to prevent people who have abused dating partners or have been convicted of stalking from owning and buying firearms.
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Read more: http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/house-republican-joins-democrats-calling-gun-control-measures/story?id=39877542
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