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Virginia Senate Advances ‘Red Flag’ Gun Law, Despite Rally
The Virginia Senate has advanced legislation that would allow authorities to take guns away from people deemed dangerous to themselves or others.
The Democratic-led Senate gave preliminary approval to approved the so-called “red flag” law.
The move comes a day after tens of thousands of gun-rights activists rallied peacefully at the state Capitol.
The measure is set for a final vote in the Senate before going to the House. Republicans blasted the bill as an assault on gun rights and civil liberties.
Democrats said the bill was a thoughtful measure that would preserve due process while also protecting people against potential gun violence.
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