Families of Robb Elementary School victims and survivors declared a “war against guns” and condemned the state’s top Republicans by name for protecting gun rights after yet another mass shooting.
A group of parents, relatives and supporters spoke on Wednesday in Uvalde to address the relaxed gun laws in Texas, which they believe helped lead to the May 24 massacre that claimed the lives of 19 students and two teachers.to enact stricter gun laws, like creating red flag laws, requiring universal background checks and raising the minimum age to purchase a firearm to 21. The Uvalde gunman had just turned 18 years old when he purchased two rifles — legally — from a sports outfitter.
Jacinto Cazares, the father of “Jackie,” who died on the way to the hospital, said he has vowed to fight for his daughter, her friends and future survivors. Berlinda Arreola said her granddaughter Amerie Jo Garza died a hero, as she called 911 for help inside the classroom.Arreola said politicians hide behind mental health and the Constitution, even though it was written before today’s weapons of combat were made easily available.
Marissa Lozano, a sister of teacher Irma Garcia, recalled the “unimaginable and absolutely devastating” day that she relives in her head daily. Garcia’s husband, Joe, died just days later from a heart attack.Families of Uvalde victims, where they also criticized Abbott.
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