After several mass shootings across the country this month -- El Paso, Texas, Dayton, Ohio, Philadelphia and Chicago -- two gun safety groups are joining forces to host more than 100 rallies in all 50 US states.
Here's what you should know.Who's hosting the rallies?This weekend, Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America are organizing"recess rallies" to pressure lawmakers to change gun laws in America.What's the goal?Read MoreEverytown and Moms Demand Action want Congress to pass legislation requiring background checks on all gun sales and a strong gun violence prevention law, also known as a Red Flag law.
The first one kicks off in Florence, Alabama.How can I find one near me?Since the Senate is away from Washington, some rally organizers are showing up to their senators' district offices, according to Everytown's website. People interested in participating can find events near them by searching with their zip codes.
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