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Rep. Ilhan Omar , D-Minn., appeared on CNN's "State of the Union" on Sunday where she called for "getting rid of assault weapons" in the wake of a fatal shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis.

"It is important for us to make sure that we are offering a slew of solutions," Omar told CNN anchor Brianna Keilar. "One is to make sure that we are getting rid of assault weapons in our community."

She also emphasized the need for Congress to address mental health resources, noting it must be part of broader efforts following the tragedy.

MINNESOTA GOV. TIM WALZ SAYS IT'S TIME TO 'TAKE SERIOUS ACTION' AFTER DEADLY SCHOOL SHOOTING

Federal authorities confirmed the suspected shooter , Robin Westman—also known as Robert West

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