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NRA Responds to Donald Trump Saying 'You Can't Have Guns'

NRA Responds to Donald Trump Saying 'You Can't Have Guns'

Summary

President Donald Trump commented on a shooting incident in Minneapolis, stating "you can't have guns." The National Rifle Association (NRA) responded, emphasizing the right of law-abiding citizens to possess firearms.

Key Facts

  • President Trump made a statement about gun ownership following a shooting in Minneapolis.
  • The shooting involved the death of Alex Pretti by a federal immigration agent.
  • Pretti was shot while filming a federal enforcement operation.
  • Homeland Security claimed Pretti had a gun and resisted disarmament.
  • Eyewitnesses and Pretti's family disputed the government's account.
  • The NRA replied to Trump by affirming the right to bear arms.

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