McConnell: Democratic ‘theatrics’ won’t determine gun vote

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says Democrats are trying to scare people by demanding a vote on background checks for gun sales.
McConnell on Tuesday said Democrats are engaged in “theatrics.”
The Republican leader says the summer’s mass shootings “deserve a response.” But he’s waiting on the White House for next steps and only wants to consider proposals President Donald Trump will sign into law.
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