Shooting of Gun-Rights Congressman Fires Up Both Sides of Debate
- Shooter in Virginia, killed by police, injured at least four
- Scalise claims A+ rating from National Rifle Association
Rep. Jim Costa Says Lawmakers Must Be Accessible
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The shooting of a Republican lawmaker known for his support for gun rights sparked alarm among GOP colleagues, with some calling for lawmakers to carry weapons and others saying the attack doesn’t justify tighter firearms restrictions.
Representative Steve Scalise, 51, was in critical condition Wednesday after surgery to treat a gunshot wound to the hip. The Louisiana Republican describes himself on his website as a “strong supporter” of the Second Amendment that lays out rights to possess arms, with an A+ rating from the National Rifle Association that opposes gun-control measures.