During a Fox News interview, House Majority Whip Steve Scalise affirmed that his support for the Second Amendment has increased following being shot at summer baseball game and learning of the Las Vegas mass shooting.
Statements From Steve Scalise
Scalise’s above statements align with the beliefs of many conservatives. Following the Las Vegas shooting, many Democrats came out and called for heavier gun control measures. This was perceived by conservatives as an attempt to employ a national tragedy as a tool for political gain.
Likewise, Scalise issued a public statement after learning of Sunday night’s occurrence:
Further Statements From Scalise
After Sunday night’s mass shooting in Las Vegas, Scalise encouraged people to donate blood and help the many people suffering as a result of injuries. Nearly 60 people are dead. Hundreds more are fighting for their lives.