The bill was also backed by the National Rifle Association, which spent tens of millions of dollars on supporting Mr. Trump in the presidential campaign against Hillary Clinton. John Kasich of Ohio said on Sunday that some “small steps” should be taken on gun control, addressing background checks and mental illness. Students from Parkland and across the country have organized protests and marches to urge Mr. Trump and lawmakers to act. The president, who has spoken favorably about gun rights over the years, has held wavering views on gun restrictions. Advertisement Continue reading the main story“You look at some of our schools, unbelievable what’s going on, but I’m not advocating guns in the classroom,” Mr. Trump said at the time.

Source: New York Times February 19, 2018 16:06 UTC