Rampant Gun Violence Claims Lives and Injures Dozens in Florida and Beyond

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has offered state resources to local police following a shooting in Tampa that left two dead and nearly 20 injured. The incident, which occurred during Halloween festivities, has reignited criticism of Florida's less-restrictive gun laws. This comes just days after the deadliest mass shooting in the US in 2023, where 18 people were killed in Maine. DeSantis, who is running for president, has called for more aggressive measures to institutionalize individuals with serious mental health issues to prevent mass shootings. Democrats in the state have blamed Florida's lax gun laws for the shooting and called for responsible gun legislation. Florida has experienced several high-profile mass shootings in recent years.