Trump Administration Weakens Gun Rules After Assassination Attempt

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Just days after an alleged assassination attempt at the White House correspondents' dinner, the Trump administration announces plans to weaken federal gun regulations. They're set to rescind a 2024 rule aimed at closing the "gun show loophole," allowing unlicensed dealers to sell firearms without background checks. Also on the chopping block is a 2023 rule limiting pistol braces, which help users shoot more accurately. Critics, like Mr. Feinblatt, argue that these changes threaten public safety and undermine the work of agencies designed to keep guns out of the hands of criminals. On the other hand, supporters like Mr. Blanche say these moves protect Second Amendment rights and reduce burdens on firearm dealers. They promise more changes are coming. Here's the thing: as the debate over gun rights heats up, these decisions could have serious implications for safety and regulation in America.

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