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Politics
Meaghan Ellis

GOP Rep blames shootings on abortion

Rep. Billy Long, R-Mo., speaks during a press conference outside the Capitol. Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call/Getty Images

One Republican lawmaker has attempted to blame abortion for the shootings that have recently taken place across the United States. Now, he's facing deep scrutiny for the argument.

On Wednesday, June 1, Rep. Billy Long, R-Mo., conducted an interview with the Missouri-based radio station, The Eagle 93.9. During that interview, they discussed the recent school massacre in Uvalde, Texas and the possibility of Republican lawmakers supporting changes that would introduce stricter gun laws.

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