As lawmakers work on gun control legislation in Washington, Chicago police say they are recovering more and more assault weapons.
is a hot topic for lawmakers. Over the weekend, a bipartisan group of Senators — 10 Republicans and 10 Democrats — say they reached a deal to combat the issue.
"For the first time in a long time, the Senate has a path forward on legislation that will save lives. Make no mistake about it. We have a lot of work left to do before we actually pass a bill," said Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, a Democrat from New York. It would enhance the background check process for gun buyers under 21, incentivize states to adopt or strengthen red-flag laws, and it would fund more mental health services and more school safety programs."We need to embrace the art of the possible. That's what politics is about," said Senator Chris Coons, a Delaware Democrat.Chicago's top cop has this message for lawmakers.
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