"Indiana State Rep. Jim Lucas Sparks Fear by Showing Gun to High School Students"
TL;DR
Indiana Rep. Jim Lucas, known for controversial statements on firearms, showed his holstered gun to high school students visiting the Statehouse seeking action on gun violence. The video, recorded by a student, captured Lucas's exchange with the students, where he defended carrying a gun despite a student expressing feeling unsafe. Lucas, who helped sponsor a bill allowing lawmakers and staff to carry guns at the Statehouse, has a history of contentious remarks on gun control, including advocating for arming teachers.
- Indiana high school students react to Rep. Jim Lucas showing his gun IndyStar
- Lucas shows gun, students feel fear Tuesday at the Statehouse The Statehouse File
- GOP state lawmaker showed gun to student group visiting Indiana Statehouse The Hill
- 'Blown out of proportion': Lucas defends student handgun flash Indiana Capital Chronicle
- Indiana Rep. Jim Lucas flashes holstered gun to high school students in Statehouse FOX 59 Indianapolis
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