‘Enough’: Biden tells lawmakers to pass gun control laws

In emotional speech, US president says it’s time for lawmakers to enact tough laws – including a ban on assault weapons – to curb gun violence.

In an emotional speech broadcast live on national television, United States President Joe Biden has called on lawmakers to pass legislation to curb gun violence in the country, a week after 19 children were shot dead by a gunman in their school.

Biden proposed a number of laws, including a ban on assault weapons, which was allowed to lapse under a Republican administration in 2004. Other proposals included a limit on high capacity magazines, secure storage laws, “red flag” laws, and the removal of protection laws for gun manufacturers.

“It’s time to act,” Biden said. “For the children we have lost. For the children we can save. For the nation we love. Let’s meet the moment. It’s time to act.”