The president's remarks tonight at 6:30 CDT come as the nation grapples with the aftermath of mass shootings in New York, Texas and Oklahoma.
. In a symbol of how gun violence is an issue affecting the entire nation, 56 candles representing the 50 states and six U.S. territories lined Mr. Biden's walk to the podium in the Cross Hall, according to the White House. after Las Vegas, after Parkland, nothing has been done," the president said."This time that can't be true. This time, we must actually do something."
The president also called for mental health resources to be bolstered, saying there is a"serious youth mental health crisis in this county."
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