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In the wake of the tragic mass shooting that claimed the lives of 18 individuals in Lewiston, Maine, the White House is calling for urgent action to address the ongoing "epidemic of gun violence" in the United States. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre expressed deep concern over the recent tragedy and called on newly-elected House Speaker Mike Johnson to collaborate with Democrats to advance gun reform legislation, emphasizing the need for measures such as an assault weapons ban and comprehensive background checks. The nation remains in shock and mourning as authorities intensify efforts to locate the shooting. . .
