Transcript: Rep. Jamie Raskin on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026
Summary
Rep. Jamie Raskin described a recent shooting incident at a White House event where he was present, highlighting ongoing concerns about gun violence in the U.S. He called for a serious and bipartisan national discussion on improving public safety, especially for schoolchildren. Raskin also commented on the partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security and hopes Congress will soon resolve funding issues.Key Facts
- Rep. Jamie Raskin was at a White House event when gunshots were fired, causing panic and people to take cover on the floor.
- Kerry Kennedy, a guest at the event and member of the Kennedy family, spoke about the trauma of gun violence faced by children nationwide.
- Between 275 and 300 people are shot every day in the U.S., with over 100 deaths daily from gun violence.
- Security at the White House event was strong, unlike at schools, malls, and theaters where many shootings happen.
- President Trump referenced the new ballroom’s importance in light of the event but the conversation needs to focus on broader public safety.
- The Department of Homeland Security, including Secret Service funding, is partially shut down due to a political dispute in Congress.
- The Senate unanimously voted to restore funding to Homeland Security except for ICE, but the House Republicans did not agree yet.
- Rep. Raskin is hopeful that Congress can soon fully fund Homeland Security and address public safety effectively.
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