O'Malley interrupted moderators in the Democratic debate to get a word in on gun control.

He says the lack of progress on gun safety is due to the "flip-flopping political approach in Washington" represented by Clinton and Vermont Sen. Sanders.

O'Malley points to his record of pushing gun safety laws as governor of Maryland. O'Malley says he overcame objections from the National Rifle Association and crowds that protested new gun safety laws.

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The heated remarks from O'Malley prompted pushback from Clinton and Sanders.

Sanders said: "Let's calm down a little bit, Martin."

Clinton said: "Let's tell the truth, Martin."

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In this file photo from October 2024, Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler and teammates react after losing to the San Diego Padres 5-4 in San Diego. The Braves and Soler, who now plays for the Los Angeles Angels, face a lawsuit by a fan injured at a 2021 World Series game at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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