Issue Position: Gun Control

Issue Position

I believe that gun control legislation violates both the letter and the spirit of the United States Constitution. The Second Amendment of the Constitution reads: "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."
I do not believe that restrictive gun laws are the answer to curbing violent crime in America. Restrictive gun control measures only prevent law-abiding citizens from protecting themselves because criminals, by definition, refuse to follow the law. Alternatively, I believe that we need to enforce the laws already on the books, combat the culture of violence in society, and address the underlying mental health issues that may contribute to such heinous acts. We must also ensure that individuals who commit crimes with firearms are held accountable for their actions, and that they receive swift and certain punishment commensurate with their crimes.
During my time in the Senate, I have had a long-standing record of support for Second Amendment rights, as evidenced by my A+ rating from the National Rifle Association (NRA). Additionally, on January 10, 2015, the NRA Board of Directors passed a resolution highlighting my commitment to defending the Second Amendment. You may rest assured that my support will continue as strong as it has ever been during the 114th Congress.

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