In the aftermath of the recent shooting incident involving an AR-15 rifle targeting Donald Trump, Joe Biden has reentered campaign mode with a renewed advocacy for stricter gun control measures. Biden has specifically called for a ban on assault weapons like the AR-15 and criticized the resistance to gun reforms from conservative Republicans and the gun lobby.
Despite the shooting, Trump's supporters remain staunchly against any changes to gun laws, attributing the issue to mental health rather than the availability of assault weapons. The shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, is under investigation for domestic terrorism, further fueling the debate on gun control.
Biden, in his recent interviews and speeches, not only denounced violence but also resumed his attacks on Trump, emphasizing the importance of Black voters and highlighting his administration's support for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and Black employment.
The push to accelerate Biden's nomination before the convention by Democrats, including the Democratic National Committee, underscores the urgency in solidifying his candidacy. Amidst controversies surrounding the filing date in Ohio and doubts raised during debates, NAACP members like Donna Jackson-Houston and Tony Fields continue to express their support for Biden.
As the 2020 campaign progresses, Biden's stance on gun control and his strategy against Trump in light of the recent events will likely remain central themes in the political discourse.
