White House Unites Lawmakers and VP Harris to Tackle Gun Violence

The White House is hosting nearly 100 lawmakers from around the country to discuss strategies for reducing gun violence. The meeting is part of the efforts of the newly launched gun violence prevention office, led by President Joe Biden. The office has developed guidelines for states to take action in areas such as creating state-run offices, supporting survivors and families of victims, and promoting responsible gun ownership. The meeting comes in the wake of a recent shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Vice President Kamala Harris will address the lawmakers, and the Justice Department has provided model legislation on safe storage of weapons and reporting lost or stolen firearms. The Biden administration sees gun violence as a pressing issue and aims to address it through a centralized federal response and engagement with communities.