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Nation House assault gun ban effort tightens edge
House proponents of a ban on 19 assault style weapons gained near parity with opponents ahead of a crucial vote. Former Presidents Ford Carter and Reagan urged public and law enforcement support in calls to key lawmakers, while sponsor Schumer said the outcome would be decided on the House floor with momentum rising in favor. The vote was described as a wire‑thin contest with a Derby weekend finish expected.
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