Gun control measures face an uphill battle

Published June 20, 2016 4:01am ET



The Senate this week will take up a series of gun control bills that have all failed in similar form in the past, but have been given new life following the mass shooting in Orlando, Fla.

While Democrats hope public support for more gun control in the wake of the latest shooting will provide momentum for their legislation, their proposals are likely to be blocked by Republicans and stand little chance of consideration in the GOP-led House.

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