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Tennessee Republicans Face Pressure After Nashville School Shooting

Tennessee Republicans face pressure to act on gun control after mass shooting at Nashville school. Democrats suggest tighter laws. Protests mount at state Capitol.

Tennessee Republican leaders face pressure to act following a mass shooting at a Christian school that left six dead.
Democrats suggest tightening laws to make it harder for people who are a danger to themselves or others to buy guns.
Lt. Gov. Randy McNally calls for armed guards at all schools, securing windows and glass doors in schools, magnetic locks on doors and other measures.
Protests have taken place at the state Capitol, with religious groups calling for government leaders to work to reduce the chances of a future mass shooting.
Republican supermajorities in the Tennessee legislature have given priority to expanded gun access in recent years.

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