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Gabby Giffords Advocates for Gun Control on 15th Attack Anniversary

1/9/2026

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On January 8, 2026, former U.S. Representative Gabby Giffords returned to the House floor to mark the 15th anniversary of her 2011 assassination attempt.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries praised Giffords and urged tougher gun control measures, saying Democrats would prioritize such legislation if they regain the majority in the midterms.
Giffords, through the GIFFORDS organization, highlighted political violence in the United States, noting it has escalated since her attack.

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On January 8, 2026, former U.S. Representative Gabby Giffords returned to the House floor to mark the 15th anniversary of her 2011 assassination attempt.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries praised Giffords and urged tougher gun control measures, saying Democrats would prioritize such legislation if they regain the majority in the midterms.
Giffords, through the GIFFORDS organization, highlighted political violence in the United States, noting it has escalated since her attack.