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Gov. Walz Says 'Talks Are Continuing' About Special Session in Response to Annunciation Mass Shooting
Gov. Tim Walz demands a special session after Republican lawmakers refuse votes on gun bans amid stalled efforts following recent shootings, highlighting deep partisan divisions.
- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz stated that it is "not acceptable" for Republican legislators to refuse votes on gun bans, indicating a need for compromise on gun control measures.
- Governor Walz commented that Republican leadership told him there would "never be a vote on guns," which he believes puts a strain on reaching an agreement.
- House Speaker Lisa Demuth contended that Walz is mischaracterizing the Republicans' position, asserting that they need a specific bill to allow for a vote on gun control.
- Senator Zaynab Mohamed emphasized that parents from the Annunciation community are asking for a vote on gun control measures.
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Gov. Walz: GOP won’t budge on gun control; House speaker calls it ‘mischaracterization’
Walz could call a special session whenever he wants, but the current makeup of the Legislature would make it difficult for an assault weapons ban to make it to a floor vote.
·Saint Paul, United States
Read Full ArticleGov. Walz says there’s ‘a line in the sand’ on gun control; Demuth calls it a ‘mischaracterization’
Walz could call a special session whenever he wants, but the current makeup of the Legislature would make it difficult for an assault weapons ban to make it to a floor vote.
·Fargo, United States
Read Full ArticleWalz not getting traction on a special session to vote on gun limits
Gov. Tim Walz’s vow to call lawmakers back to the Minnesota Capitol for a special legislative session on gun policy has run into a harsh political reality. Republicans in the closely divided Legislature haven’t budged in their opposition to proposals…
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