Orlando Acquires Pulse Nightclub for Mass Shooting Memorial
The city of Orlando plans to purchase the Pulse nightclub, the site of the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, for the purpose of building a permanent memorial. The proposed $2 million land purchase will be presented to the city council for approval. Efforts to construct a memorial have faced challenges and controversy over the years, with the onePulse Foundation scaling back its plans due to fundraising difficulties. Survivors and advocates have expressed gratitude for the city's decision, emphasizing the importance of creating a sacred space to honor the victims and provide solace for the affected community.