Mixed Gun Policy Reactions Across Aiken County Leaders and Citizens
In Aiken County a range of voices address President Obama’s gun plan including support for universal background checks and restrictions on assault weapons. Local Republicans push for stricter guidelines but oppose banning semi autos, while Democrats press for nationwide checks and tighter restrictions. A gun rights advocate criticizes the plan as vague, and a Warrenville expert argues the proposals rely on Congress to act, warning against criminal violence despite limited specifics.
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K9 Duke Survives Attack as Spires Is Cornered in Barn Attic
The Aiken Bloodhound Tracking Team tracked Spires to a Beech Island barn attic where a confrontation with deputies left one injured and Duke with two stab wounds. Duke returned to duty weeks later. The joint unit includes 15 staff from ACSO, Aiken DPS and North Augusta DPS and maintains six bloodhounds for searches and appearances.
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Obama confronts Congress over gun control in second term
President Obama launches gun policy push amid looming fiscal deadlines and immigration reform, courting public support as Republicans offer cautious hearings. Senate leaders pledge some action early in the year while GOP leaders signal measured review and opposition from the NRA looms large.
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