Orlando nightclub attack forces nation to confront hate and terror
The Pulse massacre in Orlando left many dead and wounded as authorities probe if Omar Mateen acted alone in a raid that sparked a national surge in patrols. Officials note possible Islamic State ties while Mateen’s background and mental health are reviewed.
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Survivors urge action as mass shootings persist in U S
Survivors and officials mourn a new wave of gun violence after the Orlando nightclub attack leaving 49 dead. They condemn political gridlock, call for broad changes in gun laws and mental health support while reflecting on past shootings like Sandy Hook and Columbine.
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