The first memorial services for the 21 victims who were killed by a gunman last week at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, will take place Monday.
Visitations are being held for Maite Yuleana Rodriguez and Amerie Jo Garza that afternoon. Both were 10 years old. Services will be held for the victims — 19 children and two teachers — over the coming weeks.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden visited a memorial site for them in Uvalde on Sunday.
Speaking to reporters Monday at the White House after returning from visiting their son’s gravesite in Wilmington, Delaware, Mr. Biden offered his most detailed remarks on gun control since the shooting.
He said he has yet to hold extensive conversations with Republicans out of respect for the victims and their families. Mr. Biden also said he believes there are “rational” Republicans who want to take action but noted that it will ultimately be up to Congress to make reforms.
“I can’t outlaw a weapon. I can’t change a background check. I can’t do that,” the president said.
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• Ramsey Touchberry can be reached at rtouchberry@washingtontimes.com.
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