Families of loved ones lost at Robb Elementary school in May, gathered to call for change on gun laws and change to leadership.
, families of those who died that day once again gathered in Uvalde. They are calling for changes to gun laws and a change in leadership.
"Losing Irma the way we did was unimaginable and absolutely devastating," said Marissa Lozano, the sister of Irma Garcia, who was one of the two teachers killed at Robb Elementary. These grieving families are hoping to highlight what they see as the need for change in gun laws: stronger background checks, red flag laws, and raising the age to buy an assault weapon from 18 to 21.
"An 18-year-old was able to purchase a weapon to murder 19 children and 2 teachers." Martinez added. "We need to do better and get these laws changed.""Was 21 not enough?" said Rizo, in words directed at Governor Greg Abbott. "What is your benchmark to call a special session?" Abbott argues raising the age limit would be unconstitutional, and, in an interview with FOX 7’s Rudy Koski for Texas: The Issue Is, Abbott responded to those who say he’s done nothing to prevent another shooting.
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