Texas struggles to get guns away from domestic violence suspects, leaving victims in danger

Law enforcement officials and advocates for domestic violence survivors see firearm transfer programs as a reasonable — and realistic — way to protect victims. (Credit: REUTERS/Sergio Moraes)

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Robin remembers the .357 Magnum her ex-partner kept on his nightstand, loaded, every night of their seven-year relationship. The one he routinely polished in front of her. She remembers the other guns in the closet and under the seat of his truck.