Almost 150 U.S. Companies Urge Congress To Pass Gun Legislation

Business leaders, including those from Twitter, Uber, and Yelp, have urged the Senate to implement stricter gun control measures, such as universal background checks and national red flag laws. These proposals are supported by a significant majority of the American public, as evidenced by recent polls. Despite the House passing a universal background check bill, the Senate has yet to consider it, with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell not bringing it to the floor. The urgency of the issue is underscored by recent mass shootings during Congress's summer break.

What event occurred while Congress was on summer break that highlighted the urgency of gun legislation?

What has been the response of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell regarding the universal background check passed by the House?