In the aftermath of the mass shooting in Nashville, most major companies have remained noticeably silent on the issue of gun violence. Corporate America has grown quiet on guns for fear of political blowback and antagonizing gun rights supporters, analysts say. But now, executives are facing mounting pressure to take a more active role in America’s gun debate – even though most of them would prefer to stay on the sidelines.
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Congress remains gridlocked on gun control measures in the wake of the school shooting in Nashville that killed six people, including three children. President Joe Biden has said that he’s done all he can do to address gun control and urged members on Capitol Hill to act. “I can’t do anything except plead with the Congress to act reasonably,” Biden told CNN Tuesday. But the shooting, so far, has not compelled lawmakers in Washington – particularly Republican leadership and some Tennessee lawmakers – to push forward gun control. The House, where Republicans are in control, has rejected Biden’s calls for an assault weapons ban. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy also would not answer questions Tuesday on whether any congressional action should be taken on guns after the latest mass shooting. Meanwhile, Democrats in Congress are slamming House Republicans for their disinterest. “All we’re going to get are thoughts and prayers out of their Twitter accounts, and that’s not enough,” Democratic Caucus Chairman Pete Aguilar said.
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