Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo on Wednesday stood by his criticism of Senate Republicans for not reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act and taking action against gun violence, saying 'death is not political'
Washington Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo on Wednesday stood by his criticism of Senate Republicans for not reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act and taking action against gun violence, saying"death is not political."
"To the people who say this is political -- this is not political. Death is not political -- you see, death is final," Acevedo told CNN during an interview in Houston."So the question is simple: Do you, Senator Cruz support closing the boyfriend loophole that's in that law, yes or no? Because if you look at the response from the elected officials in the Senate, not one of them addressed the loophole. You know why? Because you're on the wrong side of history.
Police chief criticizes McConnell and Senate GOP over guns 02:40Congressional responseOn Capitol Hill, Cornyn told CNN on Wednesday that Acevedo was"mistaken" by invoking the Violence Against Women Act, arguing that laws are already in place to prevent those with domestic abuse convictions in Texas from owning firearms. Texas law prohibits a person convicted of a misdemeanor for family violence from possessing or transferring firearms and ammunition for five years.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Republican group posts billboards in GOP districts slamming president: 'what is Trump hiding?'A representative for Republicans for the Rule of Law told Newsweek that the group targeted representatives who have shown a willingness to 'assert their independence' of the president.
Consulte Mais informação »
Trump wins: South Carolina GOP can cancel its 2020 primary, judge saysJudge upholds South Carolina Republican Party's decision not to hold a 2020 presidential primary, a move taken by several states in erecting hurdles for the long-shot candidates challenging President Trump.
Consulte Mais informação »
White House seeks to stymie GOP rebellion on trade dealTrade official Robert Lighthizer is expected to try to calm concerns from Senate Republicans at their lunch Thursday.
Consulte Mais informação »
For the third time this year, GOP rejects election-security billA Senate Republican blocked an election-security bill yesterday. If that sounds familiar, it's probably because it keeps happening.
Consulte Mais informação »