{"id":2126857,"date":"2023-12-16T11:02:01","date_gmt":"2023-12-16T16:02:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/army-says-it-will-launch-investigation-into-maine-shooter\/"},"modified":"2023-12-16T11:04:18","modified_gmt":"2023-12-16T16:04:18","slug":"army-says-it-will-launch-investigation-into-maine-shooter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/army-says-it-will-launch-investigation-into-maine-shooter\/","title":{"rendered":"Army to investigate Maine shooter"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">10<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Farmy-says-it-will-launch-investigation-into-maine-shooter%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2126857&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>The United States Army Launches Investigation into Mass Shooter<\/h2>\n<p>The United States Army has announced that it will be conducting its own investigation \u2063into the tragic mass\u200d shooting that took place\u200c in Lewiston, Maine, resulting in the\u2064 loss of 18 lives. This development was revealed by the undersecretary \u200bof the Army on Friday.<\/p>\n<p>The investigation, led by the Army&#8217;s inspector general, has \u200dbeen initiated \u200cat the request of\u2062 Army Secretary Christine Wormuth. It will \u200ccommence either after the Army reserve investigation concludes or \u200bon February 1,\u200b 2024, whichever comes first. It is important to note that the shooter\u200b was an Army reservist at the time of the incident.<\/p>\n<h3>Four Challenges Speaker \u200bMike Johnson May Face in 2024<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cThe Secretary of the \u200dArmy has\u2063 requested the Army Inspector General to conduct an independent investigation to ensure \u2064that\u2062 the Army takes corrective\u2064 actions where appropriate,\u201d stated Undersecretary of \u2062the Army Gabe Camarillo in a letter addressed to Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME). \u201cIn \u2062response, the Army IG has instructed her team to immediately begin preparing to conduct this investigation.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The decision to investigate the \u200bactions\u2062 of Robert Card, the shooter in the Maine incident who died from a self<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/8-injured-1-suspect-in-custody-following-shooting-at-philadelphia-transportation-station\/\" title=\"8 injured, 1 suspect in custody following shooting at Philadelphia transportation station\">-inflicted gunshot wound<\/a>,\u2064 comes nearly two months after the tragic event \u2064that claimed 18\u2062 lives \u2062and left 13 others injured. This move follows persistent \u200dcalls from lawmakers in Maine.<\/p>\n<p>Expressing their \u200csatisfaction\u200c with the Army\u2063 Inspector General&#8217;s response, the Maine Congressional Delegation \u200dreleased a statement saying, \u201cWe are pleased that\u2063 the Inspector General of the Army has responded to our \u2062requests and has begun preparations to conduct an independent\u2064 investigation into the events preceding the Lewiston shooting. A thorough investigation into \u2063what happened, and\u2063 what could have been done differently, could help prevent \u2062future \u200dshootings. This independent review by the Army Inspector General will be an important part \u2063of understanding the events that took place before that horrific\u2062 night. The survivors, families affected, and members of the surrounding communities deserve nothing \u2062less.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The investigation\u2064 will focus on\u200b concerns regarding Card&#8217;s mental health leading\u2064 up to the shooting, as well \u2062as how he obtained and purchased \u2063firearms. Reports \u2064indicate that \u2063Card had \u200cbeen grappling with\u200b <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/madonna-weighs-in-on-britney-spears-conservatorship-death-to-the-patriarchy\/\" title=\"Madonna Weighs In On Britney Spears\u2019 Conservatorship: \u2018Death To The Patriarchy!\u2019\">severe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/9-year-old-girl-pepper-sprayed-during-interaction-with-rochester-police\/\" title=\"9-Year-Old Girl Pepper Sprayed During Interaction With Rochester Police\">mental health issues<\/a><\/a> that rapidly worsened,\u200d and his family\u2062 had previously contacted the \u200clocal sheriff\u2019s office expressing concerns about his well-being\u2062 earlier in the year.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, fellow \u200breservists had also become\u2062 alarmed \u200bby Card&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/obamas-white-house-doc-says-incoherent-biden-not-fit-for-president-during-russia-ukraine-crisis\/\" title=\"Obama\u2019s White House Doc Says Incoherent Biden Not Fit for President During Russia-Ukraine Crisis\">deteriorating mental state<\/a>\u200b and had urged for a \u200cwelfare check on him in September. However, Card&#8217;s company commander stated\u2064 that while the Reserve\u200c took some of these concerns seriously, they also\u200b had\u2062 to \u2063approach them with caution, according to ABC News.<\/p>\n<p>In\u2062 November, Collins and Sen. Angus King (I-ME) sent a separate letter \u2064to the Inspector General&#8217;s office, requesting a review\u200c of the \u200dfacts and \u200devents leading up to the\u200d Lewiston shooting.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\">CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM \u2064THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What steps has the United States Army taken to examine\u2064 the systemic failures and lapses in protocols that may have contributed to the Lewiston mass shooting?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Is a significant step \u2063taken by the United States Army to address the issue of mass\u2064 shootings within its \u2063ranks. It reflects a \u2063commitment by the Army to thoroughly examine the circumstances leading up to the tragic event \u200dand to identify any systemic failures \u2062or lapses in protocols that may\u2064 have \u200bcontributed to\u200d it.<\/p>\n<p>One of the challenges that \u200bSpeaker \u200bMike Johnson may face in 2024 is the need to effectively \u2063address the issue of mass shootings within the military. This incident highlights the importance of ensuring that all military personnel receive adequate mental health\u2064 support and that any signs of\u200c potential violent behavior are properly addressed and addressed in a timely manner. It will be crucial for Speaker Johnson to\u2062 work with the Department of Defense and the military leadership to develop effective strategies \u2063for preventing such incidents in the future.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, the investigation also raises important questions about the screening and selection\u200b process for \u2062Army\u200d reservists. \u200dIt is imperative \u200bthat the Army thoroughly examines its recruitment\u200b and vetting procedures to ensure that individuals with a \u200chistory of violence \u200cor mental health issues are not allowed to serve in the military. Speaker Johnson will need to collaborate \u2062with the relevant authorities to review and \u2064improve\u200c these processes to better protect\u200d the safety and well-being of personnel and the public.<\/p>\n<p>Another challenge that Speaker \u2064Johnson may face \u200dis\u2062 the need to address \u200cthe issue\u2064 of\u200d gun control within the military. While\u200c the investigation will shed light on the specific circumstances of the Lewiston shooting, it is undeniable that access to firearms\u200b played a significant role in the tragedy. It is essential for \u2064Speaker Johnson to work towards effective policies and measures that balance the rights of gun-owning individuals with the need for public safety. This will \u2062require careful consideration of existing gun\u200c control laws and regulations and \u200dthe exploration of potential improvements\u200b to prevent future incidents.<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, Speaker Johnson may \u200bface challenges\u2063 in addressing the broader issue of mass shootings in society as a whole.\u2063 While the Army&#8217;s investigation will focus specifically on this incident, it is crucial to \u200brecognize that mass shootings are a pervasive \u2062problem that extends\u200c beyond the military. Speaker Johnson will need to work with other lawmakers to develop comprehensive strategies to address the root causes of such acts of violence, including mental health support,\u200c social isolation, and the\u2062 availability of firearms.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, the United States Army&#8217;s decision to launch an investigation into the Lewiston mass shooting is a \u2064commendable step towards ensuring accountability and preventing future \u200cincidents. Speaker Mike \u2064Johnson will face \u2064challenges in addressing this issue in 2024,\u2062 but with a commitment to collaboration, comprehensive strategies, \u2062and a focus on mental health and gun\u2064 control, progress can be made towards preventing \u2064mass shootings both within the military and\u200c society as a whole.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The US Army will probe the mass shooter&#8217;s case in Lewiston, Maine, where 18 lives were lost. The Army&#8217;s inspector general will head the investigation, as requested by Army Secretary Christine Wormuth. 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