Gun control

A 20-year-old man was shot in the back and killed, while four teens sustained critical injuries in a Sunday night shooting in Yonkers, N.Y., which police are investigating as a possible gang violence incident.

California's new ban on Glock handguns takes effect in July, prohibiting firearms dealers from selling new Glock models or similar firearms. The law highlights California's role as a legislative laboratory for aggressive gun control measures.

A shooting occurred at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in Washington, attended by Donald Trump and senior officials, after a man attacked a Secret Service agent at a security checkpoint. The incident sparked national debates about political violence, security, and gun control.

The mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, has highlighted significant gaps in domestic violence and gun control laws, prompting advocates to call for legislative reforms. The incident underscores the urgent need for updated policies to address these critical issues.

Rep. Eric Swalwell's 2020 presidential campaign collapsed due to low poll numbers and failed to advance past the first debate round. Seven years later, he resigned from Congress after sexual assault and harassment allegations forced him to drop out of California's 2026 governor's race.