Flashpoint: GOP candidates discuss their views on gun control after a violent week in our nation

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DETROIT – There is nothing more chilling to come across a scanner than “officer down.” The worst was realized last week when a Detroit officer did not survive. Detroit Police Chief James White speaks about the worst part of being on the force and the shootings that are happening across the nation.

Read more: ‘They were ambushed’: Detroit police describe events that led to officer’s murder, praise partner’s heroism

Last week Michigan’s GOP debate took place in Grand Rapids. Tudor Dixon and Garrett Soldano discuss their views on gun violence and what they would like to do to fix it.

Watch full replay: Republican candidates for Michigan governor debate in Grand Rapids

Watch the entire July 10, 2022 live in the video player above.


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About the Author:

Devin Scillian is equally at home on your television, on your bookshelf, and on your stereo. Devin anchors the evening newscasts for Local 4. Additionally, he moderates Flashpoint, Local 4's Sunday morning news program. He is also a best-selling author of children's books, and an award-winning musician and songwriter.