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Advocates call the first-of-its kind office a win for the gun-safety movement.

The new office seeks to push forward gun legislation tightening restrictions around firearms despite partisan gridlock in Congress.

President Joe Biden says he is determined to stop gun violence in the U.S. as he formally launches the first-ever federal office to be dedicated to uncovering solutions and supporting communities ravaged by shootings.

The White House announced a new initiative that has been a key goal for gun safety advocates and Connecticut lawmakers in Congress: the formation of the first-ever gun violence prevention office.

The new office seeks to push forward gun legislation tightening restrictions around firearms despite partisan gridlock in Congress.

For years, advocates urged the government to create such a role that would establish a coordinated response aimed at reducing gun violence.

President Joe Biden says he is determined to stop gun violence in the U.S. as he formally launches the first-ever federal office to be dedicated to uncovering solutions and supporting communities ravaged by shootings.

The new White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, Biden said, comes "in the absence of that sorely needed action."

Advocates call the first-of-its kind office a win for the gun-safety movement.

Gun safety measures have stalled in Congress. Advocates have long pushed for a White House office to elevate the issue and coordinate efforts. Vice President Harris will oversee the new office.