Vigil Honors Victims on Sandy Hook Anniversary

On the 12th anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, vigils and memorials were held across Connecticut to honor the victims of gun violence. Survivors, including students and families affected by gun violence, gathered on Capitol Hill to advocate for new gun safety laws, emphasizing the need for bipartisan support on this crucial issue. Despite the challenges posed by a new Republican-controlled Congress, advocates like Sen. Richard Blumenthal and Rep. Rosa DeLauro reaffirmed their commitment to gun violence prevention. The anniversary highlighted the ongoing crisis, as gun-related deaths have tragically become the leading cause of death for individuals under 18 in the U.S. Many survivors continue to live in fear, with personal accounts illustrating the lasting impact of the tragedy. As lawmakers push for legislative change, the fight for gun safety remains a pressing national concern.