U.S. House passes, sends to Senate assault-style weapon ban

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The House votes 217-213 to revive a ban on semi-automatic guns. It is the first vote of its kind in years and a direct response to mass shootings. Almost all Republicans voted against the bill, which will likely stall in the 50-50 Senate. The high-powered firearms are now blamed as the weapon of choice among young men.

4 months ago·Washington, United States

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Times of India

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Reuters

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