Axios AM Deep Dive: America’s murder surge

Photo illustration of a gun violence rally with an American flag in the background

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1. America’s murder surge

Photo illustration of a city skyline with gun violence victims embracing in the foreground and police in the background

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Photo illustration of a memorial dedicated to victims of gun violence.

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Pedestrians walk along Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp District of downtown San Diego at night.

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Illustrated collage of targets and a hand holding a gun.