China News Service, May 31. According to comprehensive foreign media reports, a shooting occurred at an elementary school in Texas, the United States, causing many deaths and injuries.
In the face of external doubts, Greg Abbott, the Republican governor of Texas, responded a few days ago, citing the strict gun control in Chicago but there are still shootings every weekend as an excuse to oppose strengthening gun control.
In response, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot shot back, saying that Abbott's criticism of Chicago was related to the differences between Republicans and Democrats.
On May 25, local time, flags were flown at half-staff in a plaza near Millbrae City Hall in California, the United States, to pay tribute to the victims of the Texas elementary school shooting.
Photo by China News Agency reporter Liu Guanguan
According to reports, when asked at a news conference a few days ago about his position on gun control, Texas Governor Abbott responded, "Every weekend, more people are shot in Chicago than in Texas schools. "
He went on to say, "We need to realize that some people think that if we implement stricter gun laws, the problem will be solved." However, the status quo in places like Chicago counters this view.
This is not a "real solution".
Chicago Mayor Lightfoot shot back that Abbott's criticism of Chicago was related to the divide between Republicans and Democrats.
"Instead of attacking my city, take a moment to think about how this carnage can be stopped. Lives are being lost. Be part of the solution or walk away."
In addition, Abbott said the gunman faced mental health issues, so the state needed to do better with it.
But the BBC pointed out that in April 2022, the Health and Human Services Commission, which oversees the national mental health program, had been cut by more than $200 million in funding from Abbott.