John Feinblatt
@johnfeinblatt.bsky.social
Father. Husband. New Yorker. President of Everytown, Mayors Against Illegal Guns & other Mike Bloomberg coalitions. everytown.org
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Just the latest example of the Trump Administration prioritizing the gun industry’s bottom line over public safety. ⬇️
ATF to End Police Notifications for Deadly NFA Weapons
The handout to the gun industry makes it easier for people to obtain silencers, short-barreled rifles, and other NFA weapons.
smokinggun.org
November 2, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Just the latest example of the Trump Administration prioritizing the gun industry’s bottom line over public safety. ⬇️
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The Trump Administration’s deluge of executive orders, federal layoffs, and discriminatory rhetoric is designed to be dizzying.
That’s why we’re monitoring their threats to public safety—which have real, life-threatening consequences for everyone.
That’s why we’re monitoring their threats to public safety—which have real, life-threatening consequences for everyone.
Trump Administration Actions on Gun Violence So Far
The Trump administration is advancing an extreme “guns everywhere” agenda with real consequences for our communities.
www.everytown.org
October 12, 2025 at 7:16 PM
The Trump Administration’s deluge of executive orders, federal layoffs, and discriminatory rhetoric is designed to be dizzying.
That’s why we’re monitoring their threats to public safety—which have real, life-threatening consequences for everyone.
That’s why we’re monitoring their threats to public safety—which have real, life-threatening consequences for everyone.
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Ending gun violence isn’t a partisan issue—it’s an issue of public safety, and Virginia’s next governor, Abigail Spanberger, agrees. 🧵
@abigailspanberger.com
@abigailspanberger.com
October 8, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Ending gun violence isn’t a partisan issue—it’s an issue of public safety, and Virginia’s next governor, Abigail Spanberger, agrees. 🧵
@abigailspanberger.com
@abigailspanberger.com
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We sat down with high school and college students to share stats on youth firearm suicide in the US. This is how they reacted.
Note: The numbers featured in this video are based on CDC data from 2018-2022.
Note: The numbers featured in this video are based on CDC data from 2018-2022.
September 15, 2025 at 9:26 PM
We sat down with high school and college students to share stats on youth firearm suicide in the US. This is how they reacted.
Note: The numbers featured in this video are based on CDC data from 2018-2022.
Note: The numbers featured in this video are based on CDC data from 2018-2022.
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“Gun violence stole my peace. No student should ever have to walk through campus hoping it won’t be the site of the next mass shooting. Politicians on both sides of the aisle have the power and duty to stop this crisis.” - Timberlyn, Minnesota @studentsdemand.bsky.social leader
As A Campus Shooting Survivor, I Refuse To Watch History Repeat Itself
A campus shooting survivor and Everytown for Gun Safety volunteer shares her experience with gun violence and urges politicians and fellow Gen Zers to act.
www.hercampus.com
September 13, 2025 at 7:16 PM
“Gun violence stole my peace. No student should ever have to walk through campus hoping it won’t be the site of the next mass shooting. Politicians on both sides of the aisle have the power and duty to stop this crisis.” - Timberlyn, Minnesota @studentsdemand.bsky.social leader
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Last year, we surveyed students across the country on what freedom from gun violence means to them. These are just some of their responses.
September 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Last year, we surveyed students across the country on what freedom from gun violence means to them. These are just some of their responses.
Tragically, Charlie Kirk’s wife and children have now joined the club no one wants to belong to, and one that has no partisan divide: gun violence survivors. Until we take action to keep guns away from people who have no business owning them, that club will continue to grow. time.com/7316824/char...
Gun Violence Impacts All Americans
Only in America does an assassination share a split screen with a school shooting, writes John Feinblatt.
time.com
September 12, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Tragically, Charlie Kirk’s wife and children have now joined the club no one wants to belong to, and one that has no partisan divide: gun violence survivors. Until we take action to keep guns away from people who have no business owning them, that club will continue to grow. time.com/7316824/char...
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Right now, Republicans in Congress are pushing for a federal Concealed Carry Mandate—a gun industry-backed bill that would gut state gun laws and let people carry hidden, loaded guns in states that wouldn’t otherwise let them.
We can’t let it pass: Text GUT to 644-33.
We can’t let it pass: Text GUT to 644-33.
September 7, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Right now, Republicans in Congress are pushing for a federal Concealed Carry Mandate—a gun industry-backed bill that would gut state gun laws and let people carry hidden, loaded guns in states that wouldn’t otherwise let them.
We can’t let it pass: Text GUT to 644-33.
We can’t let it pass: Text GUT to 644-33.
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Adelita Grijalva is an unwavering gun sense champion who will put the safety of Arizonans ahead of the gun industry’s bottom line.
We're proud to endorse Adelita in the Special Election for AZ’s 7th congressional district, and we’re eager to work with her in Congress to pass gun safety legislation.
We're proud to endorse Adelita in the Special Election for AZ’s 7th congressional district, and we’re eager to work with her in Congress to pass gun safety legislation.
September 3, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Adelita Grijalva is an unwavering gun sense champion who will put the safety of Arizonans ahead of the gun industry’s bottom line.
We're proud to endorse Adelita in the Special Election for AZ’s 7th congressional district, and we’re eager to work with her in Congress to pass gun safety legislation.
We're proud to endorse Adelita in the Special Election for AZ’s 7th congressional district, and we’re eager to work with her in Congress to pass gun safety legislation.
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Our hearts are with them, their loved ones, and the entire Minneapolis community. No one should be forced to endure this. We should not have to live and die like this.
UPDATE: Six of the 17 people shot and wounded yesterday at Annunciation Catholic School are in critical condition and fighting for their lives. Of the 17 wounded, three are parishioners over the age of 80 and 14 are children.
Minneapolis shooting live updates: 2 dead and 6 in critical condition after Catholic school attack
At least two children are dead and 6 people are in a critical condition after a shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis
www.nbcnews.com
August 28, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Our hearts are with them, their loved ones, and the entire Minneapolis community. No one should be forced to endure this. We should not have to live and die like this.
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No mother should have to run barefoot toward gunfire to save their child, but that’s exactly what this mom instinctively did when she learned about the horrific mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School yesterday. 🧵
August 28, 2025 at 3:38 PM
No mother should have to run barefoot toward gunfire to save their child, but that’s exactly what this mom instinctively did when she learned about the horrific mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School yesterday. 🧵
What should be a day of hope has turned into a day of horror for yet another school community. All signs point to this tragedy being perpetrated by an assault weapon, which begs a question: How many more Americans must die before lawmakers ban these weapons of war?
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey: “Don’t just say this is about thoughts and prayers right now. These kids were literally praying.”
Thoughts and prayers won’t stop gunmen with assault weapons or keep our kids safe. Banning assault weapons will.
Thoughts and prayers won’t stop gunmen with assault weapons or keep our kids safe. Banning assault weapons will.
August 27, 2025 at 6:44 PM
What should be a day of hope has turned into a day of horror for yet another school community. All signs point to this tragedy being perpetrated by an assault weapon, which begs a question: How many more Americans must die before lawmakers ban these weapons of war?
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"It is a major driver of death and disability. Gun violence does not get the attention it deserves. It is underrecognized because it disproportionately impacts Black and brown people." - Jonathan Jay, associate professor at the School of Public Health at Boston University
Gun violence hits Black communities hardest. Trump is rolling back prevention efforts
The suffering of America's gun violence crisis is concentrated in Black neighborhoods damaged by decades of disinvestment and racial discrimination. Trump is unravelling efforts to solve the problem.
www.npr.org
August 19, 2025 at 11:14 PM
"It is a major driver of death and disability. Gun violence does not get the attention it deserves. It is underrecognized because it disproportionately impacts Black and brown people." - Jonathan Jay, associate professor at the School of Public Health at Boston University
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Join us today, 8/13 at 8:30pm ET, for our National All Supporters Call to learn how we're working to hold lawmakers accountable for their inaction.
RSVP: etwn.us/4obUJVd
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Gun violence doesn’t go on recess—and neither do we.
Join our All Supporters Call on Wednesday, August 13 at 8:30pm ET to hear how we’re taking action this summer to hold lawmakers accountable and demand real change.
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Join our All Supporters Call on Wednesday, August 13 at 8:30pm ET to hear how we’re taking action this summer to hold lawmakers accountable and demand real change.
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August 13, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Join us today, 8/13 at 8:30pm ET, for our National All Supporters Call to learn how we're working to hold lawmakers accountable for their inaction.
RSVP: etwn.us/4obUJVd
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A gunman opened fire at the Atlanta headquarters of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday, tragically killing 33-year-old Police Officer, David Rose. Authorities say the shooter believed the Covid-19 vaccine made him ill, and targeted the CDC.
August 11, 2025 at 4:56 PM
A gunman opened fire at the Atlanta headquarters of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention on Friday, tragically killing 33-year-old Police Officer, David Rose. Authorities say the shooter believed the Covid-19 vaccine made him ill, and targeted the CDC.
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Two people were shot and killed and six others were shot and wounded in a mass shooting at a music festival after party in downtown Los Angeles.
No one should have to fear being shot on a night out. This senseless violence is preventable.
No one should have to fear being shot on a night out. This senseless violence is preventable.
2 dead, 6 wounded in 'senseless' mass shooting at music festival after-party in downtown L.A.
The gathering had been promoted as an unofficial after-party for Hard Summer, a house- and techno-music festival taking place over the weekend at Hollywood Park.
www.latimes.com
August 5, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Two people were shot and killed and six others were shot and wounded in a mass shooting at a music festival after party in downtown Los Angeles.
No one should have to fear being shot on a night out. This senseless violence is preventable.
No one should have to fear being shot on a night out. This senseless violence is preventable.
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The gunman in Midtown Manhattan lived in Nevada and traveled over 2,000 miles before the shooting. Our country’s gun safety laws are only as strong as the weakest link. It’s past time for lawmakers to stop playing politics with our lives and pass an assault weapons ban.
July 30, 2025 at 7:14 PM
The gunman in Midtown Manhattan lived in Nevada and traveled over 2,000 miles before the shooting. Our country’s gun safety laws are only as strong as the weakest link. It’s past time for lawmakers to stop playing politics with our lives and pass an assault weapons ban.
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Monday's tragedy isn’t just a New York problem; it’s a national crisis that will continue if weapons of war stay readily available on our streets.
Text BAN to 644-33 and tell your lawmakers to support a federal ban on assault weapons.
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Text BAN to 644-33 and tell your lawmakers to support a federal ban on assault weapons.
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What to know about Nevada's gun laws after Las Vegas man opened fire in Manhattan
Nevada's gun laws are again under scrutiny after a Las Vegas man opened fire in Midtown Manhattan, killing four people and injuring another.
abcnews.go.com
July 30, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Monday's tragedy isn’t just a New York problem; it’s a national crisis that will continue if weapons of war stay readily available on our streets.
Text BAN to 644-33 and tell your lawmakers to support a federal ban on assault weapons.
abcnews.go.com/US/nevadas-g...
Text BAN to 644-33 and tell your lawmakers to support a federal ban on assault weapons.
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Four people were shot and killed and another was wounded by a gunman wielding a Palmetto State Armory AR-15 “pistol” with an arm brace and a 30-round magazine as he stalked through an office building in Midtown Manhattan.
Gunman kills 4, including police officer, in shooting at New York City office tower
Officials say a man carrying a rifle killed four people at a New York City office tower. The shooting took place Monday afternoon at a midtown Manhattan office building that houses finance companies a...
apnews.com
July 29, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Four people were shot and killed and another was wounded by a gunman wielding a Palmetto State Armory AR-15 “pistol” with an arm brace and a 30-round magazine as he stalked through an office building in Midtown Manhattan.
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Last night, 4 people were shot and killed and another was wounded by an AR-15 style rifle in a New York City office building.
It was the 254th mass shooting this year. We’ve passed an assault weapons ban in 10 states—including New York. But Nevada—where the shooter is from, does not have one.
It was the 254th mass shooting this year. We’ve passed an assault weapons ban in 10 states—including New York. But Nevada—where the shooter is from, does not have one.
July 29, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Last night, 4 people were shot and killed and another was wounded by an AR-15 style rifle in a New York City office building.
It was the 254th mass shooting this year. We’ve passed an assault weapons ban in 10 states—including New York. But Nevada—where the shooter is from, does not have one.
It was the 254th mass shooting this year. We’ve passed an assault weapons ban in 10 states—including New York. But Nevada—where the shooter is from, does not have one.
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3D-printing technology allows almost anyone to print all or key parts of a firearm at home with no questions asked.
Lawmakers must take action against the crisis of 3D-printed guns—which have been linked to violent crimes, including everything from extremist plots to shootings involving teens.
Lawmakers must take action against the crisis of 3D-printed guns—which have been linked to violent crimes, including everything from extremist plots to shootings involving teens.
Printing Violence: Urgent Policy Actions Are Needed to Combat 3D-Printed Guns
Policymakers, technology firms, and civil society must act urgently to address the dangers of 3D-printed firearms (3DPFs).
everytownresearch.org
July 19, 2025 at 1:25 PM
3D-printing technology allows almost anyone to print all or key parts of a firearm at home with no questions asked.
Lawmakers must take action against the crisis of 3D-printed guns—which have been linked to violent crimes, including everything from extremist plots to shootings involving teens.
Lawmakers must take action against the crisis of 3D-printed guns—which have been linked to violent crimes, including everything from extremist plots to shootings involving teens.
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Progress isn’t just possible, it’s in motion. This legislative season, red and blue states alike passed important, common-sense gun safety laws that will save lives.
Check out the state-level gun safety victories you might not have known about:
Check out the state-level gun safety victories you might not have known about:
17 Gun Safety Wins in the 2025 State Legislative Sessions
Thanks to the tireless advocacy of our thousands of volunteers and the over 75,000 state legislative actions driven by our supporters, we’re even closer to securing a gun violence–free future.
www.everytown.org
July 22, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Progress isn’t just possible, it’s in motion. This legislative season, red and blue states alike passed important, common-sense gun safety laws that will save lives.
Check out the state-level gun safety victories you might not have known about:
Check out the state-level gun safety victories you might not have known about:
Shoot First laws do nothing to protect our communities from violence — research shows they only lead to a significant increase in homicides. Shoot First laws lower the threshold for getting away with murder.
Stand-your-ground laws, which are in effect in more than half of U.S. states, are associated with higher homicide rates, increased racial disparities in legal outcomes and broader public costs, according to a new report.
@amandavhernan.bsky.social reports:
stateline.org/2025/07/21/s...
@amandavhernan.bsky.social reports:
stateline.org/2025/07/21/s...
Stand-your-ground laws linked to higher homicide rates, new report finds • Stateline
Stand-your-ground laws, which are in effect in more than half of U.S. states, are associated with higher homicide rates, increased racial disparities in legal outcomes and broader public costs, accord...
stateline.org
July 22, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Shoot First laws do nothing to protect our communities from violence — research shows they only lead to a significant increase in homicides. Shoot First laws lower the threshold for getting away with murder.
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“We’re grateful to leaders on the Senate Committee on Appropriations for prioritizing funding ATF and other critical gun safety measures, and we urge Congress to maintain these funding levels in any final bill.” - Monisha Henley, SVP of government affairs at Everytown for Gun Safety
Everytown Applauds Senate Committee on Appropriations for Supporting Funding for ATF, CVI Programs
WASHINGTON — Today, after a funding bill that includes support for community violence intervention (CVI) programs and maintains funding for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF...
www.everytown.org
July 18, 2025 at 6:52 PM
“We’re grateful to leaders on the Senate Committee on Appropriations for prioritizing funding ATF and other critical gun safety measures, and we urge Congress to maintain these funding levels in any final bill.” - Monisha Henley, SVP of government affairs at Everytown for Gun Safety