Conversely, Republicans and other right-wingers tend to feel differently about this issue. Conservatives frequently note that criminals do not follow gun control laws. Therefore, members of the right-wing largely view gun control as overwhelmingly ineffective. Furthermore, Republicans have argued that gun control will negatively impact law-abiding citizens, seeing as those are the individuals who tend to follow the law.
Looking into the reasons, mental health, and other aspects of individuals who commit mass shootings are options which are regularly presented as alternatives to gun control.
Passing Gun Control Legislation
While Democrats have regained control of the House, the Senate is still dominated by Republicans. Therefore, Democrats will likely have a difficult time with successfully implementing gun control. Moreover, like most Republicans, President Trump is also a strong supporter of the Second Amendment and rights of lawful gun owners.
Pelosi has not yet publicly stated how Democrats expect to get the Senate or President Trump on board with gun control legislation.
America’s Thoughts on Gun Control in 2019
Finally, readers of The Hill weighed in with their thoughts on House Democrats and gun control in America.
