Moms Demand Action

There is no question: Loopholes in federal gun laws are allowing guns to fall into the hands of those who shouldn’t have them. Read more about this problem, then call your senators and urge them to pass legislation to strengthen background checks. Text CHECKS to 644-33 and we’ll connect you: bit.ly/3vYVTaH

Six people were killed when a man opened fire at a birthday party in Colorado Springs. The gunman, who police said was the boyfriend of one of the victims, then fatally shot himself. Our hearts are with the victims, their loved ones and all those impacted by yet another horrific act of mass gun violence in America.

MUST READ New York Times piece from the perspective of Black mothers, whose children are taken by gun violence at a disproportionate rate. It is unacceptable to allow this scourge on Black communities to continue. Demand your senators take action by strengthening federal background checks laws. Text CHECKS to 644-33 and we’ll connect you.

To every mother, and those who play the role of a mom, thank you for all you do to keep our children safe! Happy Mother’s Day from Moms Demand Action!

Two students and one adult were injured at an Idaho middle school yesterday when a sixth-grade girl pulled a handgun from her backpack and opened fire. She was disarmed by a teacher. Officials have not said how the girl gained access to a gun.