Gun safety activists gathered at the Michigan Capitol, calling for the repeal of legal immunity for gun manufacturers and a ban on ghost guns, which can be assembled at home without serial numbers. Survivor Rebekah Schuler, reflecting on her experience from the Oxford High School shooting, accused manufacturers of intentionally increasing gun lethality and marketing to children, stressing that gun violence is a multi-faceted issue involving the entire industry.
Alongside gun control issues, advocates for domestic violence resources highlighted the pressing need for $75 million in state funding to maintain shelters and programs facing potential cuts. With domestic violence resources at risk, these activists argue that without appropriate funding, new gun legislation will fall short in protecting survivors. The potential for bipartisan support in addressing these intertwined issues poses critical implications for Michigan’s legislative landscape.
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