Stricter gun laws debated after California mass shooting
California’s tough gun laws, including assault weapon bans and universal background checks, are questioned after a Southern California mass shooting. Authorities say attackers Farook and Malik legally bought two handguns and two rifles in California, with investigations exploring possible straw purchases and loopholes. Police consider whether the rifles violated state law via large capacity magazines.
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San Bernardino remembers victims of deadly massacre
Residents gathered at churches mosques and a memorial site to mourn the 14 victims of the San Bernardino attack. Officials note the tragedy adds the city to a list of communities scarred by terrorism as President Obama prepared a prime time address. Investigators probe Malik and Farook’s motives while Malik’s pledge to Islamic State surfaces.
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Obama Speech After California Shootings Addresses Terrorism
President Obama spoke from the Oval Office after the San Bernardino attack that killed 14 and wounded 21. He warned against radicalization, urged gun-control measures, called for new Congress authorizations, and urged private sector and law enforcement cooperation to prevent attackers from evading detection. The speech emphasized not directing blame overseas and avoided new military strategies, while urging Muslims to counter extremism.
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