DC police investigating ‘Meet the Press’ incident
FILE - This Monday, Jan. 19, 2009 file photo shows "Meet The Press" moderator David Gregory at the Newseum in Washington. District of Columbia police say they are investigating an incident in which the journalist displayed what he described as a high-capacity ammunition magazine on "Meet the Press." Gun laws in the nation's capital generally restrict the possession of high-capacity magazines, regardless of whether the device is attached to a firearm. Gregory held up the magazine as a prop for a Sunday, Dec. 23, 2012 segment, apparently to make a point during an interview, even though D.C. police say NBC had already been advised not to use it in the show. (AP Photo/Evan Agostini)
WASHINGTON >> District of Columbia police say they are investigating an incident in which NBC News reporter David Gregory displayed what he described as a high-capacity ammunition magazine on “Meet the Press.”
Police spokesman Tisha Gant said Wednesday the department is investigating whether Gregory may have violated D.C. firearms laws that ban the possession of high-capacity magazines. She declined to comment further.
While interviewing National Rifle Association CEO Wayne LaPierre on Sunday’s program, Gregory held an object, apparently as a prop to make a point, and said it was a magazine that could hold 30 rounds.
High-capacity ammunition magazines are banned in the District of Columbia, regardless of whether they’re attached to a firearm. “Meet the Press” is generally taped in Washington.
An email seeking comment from NBC was not immediately returned.
