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Eric Swalwell: “I look forward to working with the Bureau to make sure that we can keep our pistols, keep our rifles, keep our shotguns…”

On the recordFebruary 4, 2020
I look forward to working with the Bureau to make sure that we can keep our pistols, keep our rifles, keep our shotguns to protect ourselves, but also make sure the most dangerous weapons don't end up in the hands of the most dangerous people.
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Eric Swalwell
Democratic · California

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Swalwell emphasizes balancing gun rights with public safety.

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