Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) on June 14 announced that he will likely support a gun control package put together after weeks of negotiations between Republicans and Democrats in the Senate.
A bipartisan group of senators on June 12 announced the legislative package of gun control measures that include more resources for mental health needs, school safety, and more.
The proposal has the support of 10 Republican senators, which is needed in the 50–50 Senate to overcome any legislative filibuster. It was praised by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), a longtime proponent of gun control measures.
The plan calls for an “enhanced review process” for younger gun buyers….