California: No. 1 in Gun Control, No. 1 in ‘Active Shooter Incidents’ in 2023
SUMMARY
New FBI data reveals that California, despite its strict gun control laws, led the nation in active shooter incidents in 2023, with eight out of the 48 nationwide. These incidents occurred in open spaces, businesses, and educational centers. ABC News and Fox News highlighted this finding, noting the paradox given California's stringent gun control measures. This continues a trend from 2021 when California also had the highest number of active shooter incidents. Despite Governor Gavin Newsom's praise of California's gun control success, contrasting it with Florida's laws, California had significantly more active shooter incidents compared to Florida's two in 2023.
