On December 16, 2024, a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin, resulted in the deaths of a teacher and a student, with six others injured. The shooter, a 17-year-old female student, also died by suicide. The incident occurred just before the Christmas break, raising nationwide concerns about school safety. President Biden condemned the violence, calling on Congress to enact gun control measures. Nine nearby public schools were placed on lockdown. Investigators are working to determine the motive behind the shooting.