As July 4th approaches, the United States faces alarming gun violence statistics, averaging five mass shootings on this holiday over the past decade. An analysis reveals that there have been more than 50 incidents on July 4th where four or more individuals are victims of gunfire, underscoring the deepening gun violence crisis in the country.
Recent data indicates an increase in mass shootings, with over 300 reported in 2023—a 14% rise from the previous year. Researchers attribute the uptick to factors including heightened societal tensions and a surge in gun purchases during the pandemic, igniting discussions on potential legislative solutions to address the escalating violence.
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