Florida Gov. Rick Scott on Trump’s plan to arm teachers: ‘I disagree with him’

Gun Control And Gun Rights,Rick Scott,Florida School Shooting

Posted on AllSides February 25, 2018

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As he pushes his own comprehensive package to address gun violence and school safety, Florida Gov. Rick Scott on Sunday pushed back hard against President Trump’s suggestion that some teachers be allowed to have their own firearms in the classroom.

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