Videos tagged with Fred Upton

This video details specific Republican representatives who voted in favor of gun control legislation, HR8 and HR1446, on the House side. It highlights the importance of constituent outreach to senators, particularly Joe Manchin, to influence upcoming Senate votes on these bills. The content emphasizes holding elected officials accountable for their votes concerning Second Amendment rights.

This video provides a critical update on new gun control legislation being fast-tracked in the US House of Representatives. It details two key bills: HR 1446 (formerly HR 1112), the 'Enhanced Background Check Act' or 'Charleston Loophole Bill,' and HR 8, the 'Universal Background Check Bill.' The speaker, identified as knowledgeable in Second Amendment issues, explains that both bills are scheduled for a House vote next week, bypassing committee review. The video highlights the specific representatives sponsoring these bills, including Democrats and three Republicans co-sponsoring HR 8, and discusses potential Senate actions, including the filibuster's role.

This video discusses the passage of HR 8, a bill proponents claim enhances universal background checks, but which critics argue will lead to firearm registration and infringe upon Second Amendment rights. The speaker identifies eight Republican representatives who voted in favor of the bill, one who abstained, and two Democrats who voted against it, urging viewers to contact their representatives.