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We’re organizing to end gun violence in America.
Text STUDENTS to 644-33 for action updates!
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After the shooting in Parkland, Florida lawmakers took action to keep guns out of the hands of teenagers. But this week, gun extremists in the Florida House pulled the state backward on gun safety, passing a bill to lower the age to buy guns back down to 18.
Florida House passes bill again to lower long gun purchase age to 18
The Florida House on Thursday once again approved legislation aimed at rolling back a key piece of the state’s post-Parkland gun reforms, voting to lower the minimum age to buy long guns.
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January 18, 2026 at 7:45 PM
After the shooting in Parkland, Florida lawmakers took action to keep guns out of the hands of teenagers. But this week, gun extremists in the Florida House pulled the state backward on gun safety, passing a bill to lower the age to buy guns back down to 18.
Gun lobby allies in the Florida House passed a bill to allow teenagers to buy guns.
“It hasn’t even been a year since the mass shooting at FSU, and yet extremist politicians are once again trying to dismantle the very laws meant to keep us safe.” - Emily, FL student leader
“It hasn’t even been a year since the mass shooting at FSU, and yet extremist politicians are once again trying to dismantle the very laws meant to keep us safe.” - Emily, FL student leader
Florida debates undoing Parkland reform, lowering minimum age to buy long guns
The Florida House of Representatives will take up numerous issues during a floor session on Thursday, including a bill that would allow people ages 18 and older to buy long guns.
buff.ly
January 18, 2026 at 12:49 AM
Gun lobby allies in the Florida House passed a bill to allow teenagers to buy guns.
“It hasn’t even been a year since the mass shooting at FSU, and yet extremist politicians are once again trying to dismantle the very laws meant to keep us safe.” - Emily, FL student leader
“It hasn’t even been a year since the mass shooting at FSU, and yet extremist politicians are once again trying to dismantle the very laws meant to keep us safe.” - Emily, FL student leader
Days into the year, Georgia lawmakers passed a bill that punishes local governments when they enact basic gun safety policies like requiring secure gun storage in cars.
“Young people in this state [feel] our safety isn’t a priority. This bill takes it a step further.” - Nolan, GA student leader
“Young people in this state [feel] our safety isn’t a priority. This bill takes it a step further.” - Nolan, GA student leader
Georgia lawmakers move to strike Savannah ban on guns in unlocked cars
Georgia lawmakers are moving to void a Savannah ordinance that fines or jails people for leaving guns in unlocked cars
abcnews.go.com
January 16, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Days into the year, Georgia lawmakers passed a bill that punishes local governments when they enact basic gun safety policies like requiring secure gun storage in cars.
“Young people in this state [feel] our safety isn’t a priority. This bill takes it a step further.” - Nolan, GA student leader
“Young people in this state [feel] our safety isn’t a priority. This bill takes it a step further.” - Nolan, GA student leader
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A man was shot in the leg and wounded by an ICE agent last night in Minneapolis. This isn’t an isolated incident—it’s part of a dangerous pattern of gun violence and armed intimidation by federal agents that has wreaked havoc in communities across the country.
January 15, 2026 at 9:32 PM
A man was shot in the leg and wounded by an ICE agent last night in Minneapolis. This isn’t an isolated incident—it’s part of a dangerous pattern of gun violence and armed intimidation by federal agents that has wreaked havoc in communities across the country.
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Yesterday, the Georgia Senate made one thing crystal clear: protecting the interests of the gun lobby matters more to them than protecting our kids from gun violence. 🧵
Georgia lawmakers move to strike Savannah ban on guns in unlocked cars
Georgia lawmakers are moving to void a Savannah ordinance that fines or jails people for leaving guns in unlocked cars
abcnews.go.com
January 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Yesterday, the Georgia Senate made one thing crystal clear: protecting the interests of the gun lobby matters more to them than protecting our kids from gun violence. 🧵
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January 13, 2026 at 8:16 PM
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Apply now or RSVP for an info session: etwn.us/DAS_spring26_BS
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The Trump Administration continues to send heavily-armed federal agents into our communities, while diverting critical resources from the agencies and programs normally tasked with stopping gun crime and violence.
US immigration agents linked to 16 shootings under Trump’s crackdown
Data compiled by news non-profit the Trace shows 29 incidents as of 9 January, including 16 shootings
www.theguardian.com
January 9, 2026 at 7:54 PM
The Trump Administration continues to send heavily-armed federal agents into our communities, while diverting critical resources from the agencies and programs normally tasked with stopping gun crime and violence.
ALL communities deserve to be safe from gun violence in America.
January 9, 2026 at 7:51 PM
ALL communities deserve to be safe from gun violence in America.
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IMPORTANT READ: This week’s shootings in Minneapolis and Portland aren’t isolated headlines—they’re part of a pattern of gun-related incidents by federal agents. Take a moment to learn more:
How Many People Have Been Shot in ICE Raids?
The Trace is tracking gun incidents connected to Trump’s immigration crackdown. Know of one? Please be in touch.
www.thetrace.org
January 9, 2026 at 7:02 PM
IMPORTANT READ: This week’s shootings in Minneapolis and Portland aren’t isolated headlines—they’re part of a pattern of gun-related incidents by federal agents. Take a moment to learn more:
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Renee Nicole Good should be alive right now, but her life was stolen by a horrific act of gun violence at the hands of an ICE agent yesterday in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A mother of three, Renee's children will now face a future without her love and care. 🧵
January 8, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Renee Nicole Good should be alive right now, but her life was stolen by a horrific act of gun violence at the hands of an ICE agent yesterday in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A mother of three, Renee's children will now face a future without her love and care. 🧵
Fifteen years ago, a man with a Glock pistol and high-capacity magazines opened fire at a “Congress on Your Corner” event hosted by @GabbyGiffords.bsky.social in Tucson, Arizona. Six people were shot and killed and 13 others were shot and wounded, including Congresswoman Giffords.
January 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Fifteen years ago, a man with a Glock pistol and high-capacity magazines opened fire at a “Congress on Your Corner” event hosted by @GabbyGiffords.bsky.social in Tucson, Arizona. Six people were shot and killed and 13 others were shot and wounded, including Congresswoman Giffords.
This horrific incident does not exist in a vacuum. The Trump Administration has cut millions of dollars of funding to school safety, the Department of Education, and the ATF while funneling more into ICE.
We mourn with the Minneapolis and immigrant communities today in the wake of this horrific act of gun violence. We won’t stop fighting until we are ALL safe from gun violence in America. www.nytimes.com/live/2026/01...
Live Updates: Minneapolis Mayor Disputes Federal Account of Fatal ICE Shooting
www.nytimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 7:09 PM
This horrific incident does not exist in a vacuum. The Trump Administration has cut millions of dollars of funding to school safety, the Department of Education, and the ATF while funneling more into ICE.
We mourn with the Minneapolis and immigrant communities today in the wake of this horrific act of gun violence. We won’t stop fighting until we are ALL safe from gun violence in America. www.nytimes.com/live/2026/01...
Live Updates: Minneapolis Mayor Disputes Federal Account of Fatal ICE Shooting
www.nytimes.com
January 7, 2026 at 7:08 PM
We mourn with the Minneapolis and immigrant communities today in the wake of this horrific act of gun violence. We won’t stop fighting until we are ALL safe from gun violence in America. www.nytimes.com/live/2026/01...
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Let this serve as a reminder that Trump pardoned every single January 6 insurrectionist on his first day back in office—even those who attacked law enforcement and carried guns when they stormed the Capitol.
January 6, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Let this serve as a reminder that Trump pardoned every single January 6 insurrectionist on his first day back in office—even those who attacked law enforcement and carried guns when they stormed the Capitol.
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Make no mistake: January 6, 2021 was a deadly attempted coup to overturn a democratic election—emboldened by Donald Trump and carried out by people using force and firearms to stop the peaceful transfer of power. 🧵
January 6, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Make no mistake: January 6, 2021 was a deadly attempted coup to overturn a democratic election—emboldened by Donald Trump and carried out by people using force and firearms to stop the peaceful transfer of power. 🧵
Guns are the #1 killer of our generation, yet House Republicans are pushing a federal concealed carry mandate—a reckless bill that would gut gun safety laws nationwide. If your lawmaker really cares about protecting kids, they’ll vote NO. Send them a message: buff.ly/shHNIAj
January 5, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Guns are the #1 killer of our generation, yet House Republicans are pushing a federal concealed carry mandate—a reckless bill that would gut gun safety laws nationwide. If your lawmaker really cares about protecting kids, they’ll vote NO. Send them a message: buff.ly/shHNIAj
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New year, same devastating, uniquely American reality.
Lawmakers can stop this senseless violence, but too many choose not to. We’ll continue working to make our communities safer, because a future free from gun violence is possible—and it’s what we deserve.
Lawmakers can stop this senseless violence, but too many choose not to. We’ll continue working to make our communities safer, because a future free from gun violence is possible—and it’s what we deserve.
January 1, 2026 at 8:44 PM
New year, same devastating, uniquely American reality.
Lawmakers can stop this senseless violence, but too many choose not to. We’ll continue working to make our communities safer, because a future free from gun violence is possible—and it’s what we deserve.
Lawmakers can stop this senseless violence, but too many choose not to. We’ll continue working to make our communities safer, because a future free from gun violence is possible—and it’s what we deserve.
WE DO NOT HAVE TO LIVE OR DIE LIKE THIS. Our generation knows better than anyone that America’s gun violence crisis is preventable. We demand action from our lawmakers to ensure we’re the last “school shooting generation.” Join us: Text STUDENTS to 644-33 or click here: buff.ly/41XvINC
December 23, 2025 at 3:35 PM
WE DO NOT HAVE TO LIVE OR DIE LIKE THIS. Our generation knows better than anyone that America’s gun violence crisis is preventable. We demand action from our lawmakers to ensure we’re the last “school shooting generation.” Join us: Text STUDENTS to 644-33 or click here: buff.ly/41XvINC
Five years ago today, a police officer shot Andre Hill four times while he was leaving a friend’s house. Officers handcuffed Andre as he laid unresponsive on the ground and did not perform first aid for ten minutes after the shooting. He was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
December 22, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Five years ago today, a police officer shot Andre Hill four times while he was leaving a friend’s house. Officers handcuffed Andre as he laid unresponsive on the ground and did not perform first aid for ten minutes after the shooting. He was taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
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Only in America do students have chapters in their lives bookended by multiple school shootings—a gut-wrenching indictment of America’s failure to protect its children.
How many times must students run and hide before our leaders act?
How many times must students run and hide before our leaders act?
December 18, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Only in America do students have chapters in their lives bookended by multiple school shootings—a gut-wrenching indictment of America’s failure to protect its children.
How many times must students run and hide before our leaders act?
How many times must students run and hide before our leaders act?
One year ago today, a student opened fire inside a classroom at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. Armed with a Glock pistol and high-capacity magazines, she shot and killed Rubi Vergara, a 14-year-old student, and Erin West, a teacher, and wounded six others in minutes.
December 16, 2025 at 2:11 PM
One year ago today, a student opened fire inside a classroom at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. Armed with a Glock pistol and high-capacity magazines, she shot and killed Rubi Vergara, a 14-year-old student, and Erin West, a teacher, and wounded six others in minutes.
The two victims of the Brown University shooting deserved to come home from their final exams alive. Honor them by reading and sharing their stories. Give the shooter #NoNotoriety.
December 15, 2025 at 3:09 PM
The two victims of the Brown University shooting deserved to come home from their final exams alive. Honor them by reading and sharing their stories. Give the shooter #NoNotoriety.
“Once it happens to you, you assume or are told that it will never happen again. Obviously, that is not the case.” - Mia, Brown University Students Demand Action leader and wounded survivor of the Saugus High School shooting buff.ly/yzE91x3
Something Went Wrong
For two Brown University students, school shooting was not their first
www.nbcnews.com
December 14, 2025 at 4:07 PM
“Once it happens to you, you assume or are told that it will never happen again. Obviously, that is not the case.” - Mia, Brown University Students Demand Action leader and wounded survivor of the Saugus High School shooting buff.ly/yzE91x3
Today was the second day of final exams for Brown University students. Instead of finishing the semester strong, thousands were forced to shelter-in-place while an active shooter stormed the campus. Reports say at least two people were killed, and eight others are in critical, but stable, condition.
December 14, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Today was the second day of final exams for Brown University students. Instead of finishing the semester strong, thousands were forced to shelter-in-place while an active shooter stormed the campus. Reports say at least two people were killed, and eight others are in critical, but stable, condition.
Brown University sent out an active shooter alert, sparking chaos on campus.
Today is the second day of finals. Students’ biggest concern should be getting a good grade, not being shot and killed. buff.ly/iZkgncZ
Today is the second day of finals. Students’ biggest concern should be getting a good grade, not being shot and killed. buff.ly/iZkgncZ
Live updates: Brown University warns of active shooter on campus
Brown University issued an urgent alert about a reported active shooter near campus today. Police later said one suspect was in custody.
www.nbcnews.com
December 13, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Brown University sent out an active shooter alert, sparking chaos on campus.
Today is the second day of finals. Students’ biggest concern should be getting a good grade, not being shot and killed. buff.ly/iZkgncZ
Today is the second day of finals. Students’ biggest concern should be getting a good grade, not being shot and killed. buff.ly/iZkgncZ