Gun Control Bills will NOT be voted on in Senate!... Schumer has them on "Pause"...

Published on April 21, 2021
Duration: 6:51

This video discusses the current status of gun control legislation in the US Senate, specifically HR 8 and HR 1446. The speaker highlights that Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has put these bills on pause, contrary to his earlier statements. The content also critiques the narrative surrounding US gun violence statistics, presenting data that allegedly contradicts claims of the US being the worst in the developed world. The speaker emphasizes the importance of constituent action and vigilance in protecting Second Amendment rights.

Quick Summary

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has paused votes on gun control bills HR 8 and HR 1446, which aim to enhance background checks. The delay is attributed to insufficient support, with neither bill having the required 60 votes for passage. Negotiations are reportedly underway for a potentially watered-down version focusing on commercial sales.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Victory Announcement
  2. 00:38News Report on Senate Bills
  3. 01:07Legislation Uncertainty Explained
  4. 02:01Analysis of Schumer's Pause
  5. 02:14Past Predictions Verified
  6. 03:06Political Posturing Identified
  7. 03:20Watered-Down Bill Discussion
  8. 03:40Celebrating Constituent Impact
  9. 04:08The Power of Advocacy
  10. 04:21Resorting to Statistics
  11. 04:38The Human Aspect of Gun Violence
  12. 04:57Gun Violence Data Analysis
  13. 05:21Data Exclusions Explained
  14. 05:37Per Capita Homicide Rate
  15. 05:48Media vs. Reality on Gun Violence
  16. 06:04Combating Misinformation
  17. 06:23Thank You & Call to Action
  18. 06:44Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Will HR 8 and HR 1446 be voted on in the Senate?

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has placed a pause on bringing HR 8 and HR 1446, bills focused on background checks, to the Senate floor for a vote. This decision comes despite earlier indications that they would be considered, highlighting the legislative challenges in securing the necessary votes.

Why are gun control bills paused in the Senate?

The primary reason for the pause on gun control bills like HR 8 and HR 1446 in the Senate is the lack of sufficient support. Neither bill appears to have a simple majority, let alone the 60 votes required to overcome procedural hurdles and pass legislation.

What is the status of background check legislation in the Senate?

Background check legislation, specifically HR 8 and HR 1446, has been put on pause by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. Negotiations are ongoing, with a focus on potentially passing a 'watered-down version' that primarily addresses commercial sales, rather than universal background checks.

How does the US compare to other developed nations in gun violence?

While often portrayed as having the highest gun violence, per capita statistics for gun homicides (excluding armed conflict, accidents, and self-harm) in the US show a rate of 3.96 per 100,000 people in 2019. This data is presented to counter claims that the US is the worst in the developed world.

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