Mass shootings have been described as an epidemic that only happens in the United States.

The latest killed 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school in Texas.

Grief is turning to anger, as Americans once again demand tougher gun control laws.

So what's stopping action in the U.S. Congress to prevent another tragedy?

Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom

Guests:

Joseph Sakran - gun violence survivor and Director of Emergency General Surgery, Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Jocelyn Sage Mitchell - Professor of American and Comparative Politics, Northwestern University in Qatar.

Richard Feldman - Former Regional Political Director, National Rifle Association.

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