Trump on FSU Shooting: 'The Gun Doesn't Do the Shooting'

FSU Shooting Response

• 📌 President Trump has been briefed on the Florida State University shooting and is monitoring the situation closely.
• ⚠️ He described the event as a "shame and a horrible thing to have happened" and stated the federal government is mobilizing resources to assist.
• FBI Director Cash Patel announced agents are on the ground in Tallahassee to aid local law enforcement.

Trump's Stance on Gun Legislation

• 🇺🇸 When asked about potential changes to gun legislation, President Trump reiterated his strong advocacy for the Second Amendment.
• 💬 He stated, "the gun doesn't do the shooting, the people do," emphasizing personal responsibility.
• ⚖️ Trump mentioned his past actions, including pushing for laws on bump stocks and encouraging legislators to consider raising the minimum age for firearm purchases during his previous term.
• 🔒 He affirmed his obligation to protect the Second Amendment and indicated he would share more information as the investigation unfolds.

Meeting with Italian Prime Minister

• 🤝 President Trump also met with Italy's Prime Minister, with the primary focus on trade and tariffs.
• 🚗 Discussions included automotive tariffs and value-added tax, with Trump expressing confidence in reaching deals with the EU and China.
• 📈 His trade team remains optimistic about making progress on over 15 deals currently on the table.