Democratic gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger pledges to sign several gun safety bills, including a ban on the sale of assault-style weapons, if she wins the upcoming election. Speaking at a rally in Alexandria—just days after a tragic shooting in her former congressional district—Spanberger criticized current Governor Glenn Youngkin for vetoing similar legislation and emphasized the need for stronger laws to prevent gun violence in Virginia.
Among the proposed measures she supports are stricter penalties for unsafe firearm storage and a ban on “ghost” guns and high-capacity magazines. Spanberger, who brings a background in law enforcement to her campaign, seeks to differentiate her stance from her Republican opponent, Winsome Earle-Sears, a staunch advocate for gun rights. Her commitment to gun safety highlights ongoing tensions in Virginia over firearm regulations, making it a pivotal issue in the state’s 2025 governor’s race.
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