Denver Officials Respond to High School Shooting with Armed Officer Commitment

Denver mayoral candidates responded to the recent shooting at East High School, with some calling for stricter gun control and more mental health resources on school campuses, while others advocated for bringing back armed police officers to schools. The candidates also discussed the failures of support systems for young people and the need to address the root causes of youth violence. The debate over school resource officers continues, with some arguing that they are necessary for school safety while others believe they contribute to the "school-to-prison pipeline."