Jake Tapper Challenges Obama On Addressing Gun Violence: 'Where've You Been?'

During a press conference in the White House on Wednesday to announce a commission which will recommend measures to be taken to avoid future massacres like what happened in Newtown, President Barack Obama was cornered by ABC News' Chief White House Correspondent Jake Tapper regarding his newfound sense of urgency in addressing gun violence. 'Where've you been,' Tapper asked. 'I've been President of the United States,' Obama replied.

'It seems to a lot of observers that you made the political calculation in 2008, in your first term, and in 2012 not to talk about gun violence,' Tapper said. 'This is not the first incidence of horrific gun violence of your four years. Where've you been?'

'Here's where I've been, Jake. I've been President of the United States,' Obama replied. He said he had to respond to the economic crisis, saving the automotive industry and ending two foreign wars. 'I don't think I've been on vacation,' he added.

'I think all of us have to do some reflection on how we prioritize what we do here in Washington,' Obama continued. 'This should be a wakeup call for all of us.'

Watch the clip below via Fox News Channel:

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