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This week's deadly shooting rampage at a Texas elementary school didn't stop the National Rifle Association from holding its annual meeting in Houston starting today.

We'll check in with a reporter there about protests outside the convention hall and reaction to the meeting.

Then we'll explore the enduring political influence of the NRA despite being rocked by scandal, declaring bankruptcy, and still being mired in a costly lawsuit.

And we'll talk with the head of a group organizing to prevent gun violence and support politicians who back gun control.

That's all coming up next. Next. Welcome to Forum. I'm Scott Schaefer in today for Alexis Madrigal. Even his funerals are being planned for the 19 children and two teachers shot to death at a Texas elementary school this week.

The National Rifle Association is opening its annual meeting today in Houston.

Former President Donald Trump will be a featured speaker, although Senator John Cornyn canceled his appearance,

and Texas Governor Greg Abbott originally originally listed as a speaker, has also canceled.

This hour, we're going to look at why the NRA continues to hold sway within the Republican Party and how gun control advocates have organized in recent years to counteract the NRA's influence.

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