Republicans signaled Monday that they weren't close to considering a new gun control bill anytime soon, even in the face of pressure from Democrats who say the Las Vegas shooting that killed 59 people means it's time for Congress to act.
It's a sign the GOP will once again rebuff efforts to pass any gun bill that Democrats have been seeking in the wake of a string of mass shootings around the nation.
"I just think politicizing this terrible tragedy is beyond disgusting and we ought to wait a respect full period of time, out of respect for people who lost their lives or were injured before we get into the push and shove of politics around here," said Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn, R-Texas, when asked about the possibility of a bill.
Sen. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., agreed that it's too early to talk about gun control legislation.
"We do much better work when we allow the haze to clear," Rounds said. "Most people I've talked to and visited with have been more focused on victims and their families right now and we'll start out by offering our condolences to the families and those who are injured. Then, let's get the facts about what happened and determine how this individual obtained the firearms. Did he have mental issues? Let's get the facts."
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