Facts first: While some US psych. organizations say kids shouldn't play violent video games because it may lead to aggressive behavior, there are no findings from research that demonstrate a direct connection between playing such games and mass shootings.
After two shootings in less than 24 hours killed 30 people and injured dozens more over the weekend, President Donald Trump addressed the nation Monday morning, condemning"racism, bigotry and white supremacy" but failing to directly address his own rhetoric when doing so.
Justice considering push for new law to make mass shootings a capital crimeAmong the potential causes for both shooters' actions in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, Trump targeted video games."We must stop the glorification of violence in our society. This includes the gruesome and grisly video games that are now commonplace. It is too easy today for troubled youth to surround themselves with a culture that celebrates violence," he said.
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