Sen. Murphy optimistic Senate will pass proposed gun laws

Democrats in the Senate are claiming victory after Sen. Chris Murphy's 15 hour-long filibuster ended with a commitment from Republican leaders to vote on two proposals that would strengthen gun laws.

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