All articles tagged with #assault weapons ban
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Star Tribune
Gabby Giffords joined Gov. Tim Walz at a Minnesota town hall to advocate for an assault weapons ban and gun violence prevention, emphasizing the need for legislative action following recent mass shootings, despite political opposition.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Minnesota Reformer
Governor Tim Walz plans to call a special session in Minnesota to pass gun control measures, including an assault weapons ban, following a mass shooting at a church. Despite political divisions, he aims to pressure Republicans to support gun regulation, emphasizing the need for action to ensure safety in schools and churches.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NPR
Following a tragic mass shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school that resulted in two children dead and several others wounded, Minnesota leaders, including Mayor Jacob Frey and Attorney General Keith Ellison, are advocating for stronger gun control measures. Frey emphasizes local action and the need for cities to have the authority to implement safety measures, while Ellison highlights the importance of federal legislation like an assault weapons ban and other regulatory efforts to prevent such tragedies. The incident has reignited debates over gun laws in the U.S.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by NBC News
The Supreme Court declined to hear challenges to Maryland's assault weapons ban and Rhode Island's magazine restriction, leaving these laws in effect, while indicating that the issue of assault weapons may be revisited soon due to ongoing legal debates and a conservative majority interested in clarifying the scope of gun rights under the Second Amendment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO
Democratic Rep. Jared Golden has won reelection in Maine's battleground House district against GOP state Rep. Austin Theriault, as projected by the Associated Press. Golden secured victory through a ranked-choice voting process, garnering 50.35% of the vote. The district, which was a Republican target after being won by Donald Trump in 2020, saw Theriault focus on issues like inflation and Golden's reversal on an assault weapons ban following mass shootings in Lewiston. Golden, a centrist, did not endorse Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential run.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC7 Chicago
A federal judge in East St. Louis has struck down Illinois' assault weapons ban, citing violations of the Second and 14th Amendments. The ruling, which prevents the state from enforcing the ban, is stayed for 30 days, allowing Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul to file an appeal. The decision follows a week-long trial and is part of ongoing legal challenges, with further proceedings expected in the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals. Governor JB Pritzker supports the law, emphasizing its role in enhancing public safety.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Federalist
The Department of Justice released a report on the Uvalde school shooting, emphasizing the use of an AR-15 style assault rifle, prompting President Joe Biden to propose gun-control measures including universal background checks, red-flag laws, and an assault weapons ban. However, the article argues that these proposals are ineffective, pointing out that the Uvalde shooter passed a federal background check and that an assault weapons ban had no significant impact on reducing mass shootings in the past. The author suggests that allowing teachers to carry concealed handguns may be a more effective solution to protect against school shootings.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian US
The US Supreme Court has declined to overturn an Illinois ban on assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition, which was implemented after a mass shooting in 2022. The court rejected the appeal made by a gun shop and a national gun rights group to block the law, upholding a previous decision by a lower court. The ban, known as the Protect Illinois Communities Act, prohibits the sale of certain semiautomatic assault weapons and magazines with high round capacities. Several other states have enacted similar bans, and gun rights advocates have been challenging these laws in federal courts.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
The Supreme Court has declined to block an Illinois law banning assault-style weapons, leaving the measure in place while proceedings before a federal appellate court continue. The court's decision marks the second time they have declined to halt Illinois' statewide ban, which a gun rights advocacy group and gun shop owner argue violates the Second Amendment. The law restricts the sale and purchase of semi-automatic "assault weapons" and large-capacity ammunition feeding devices. The case is part of a larger fight over the constitutionality of firearms restrictions following the Supreme Court's decision 18 months ago that imposed a new framework for evaluating such laws.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Santa Fe New Mexican
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announces that Senator Martin Heinrich's proposed assault weapons ban bill will serve as the foundation for the state's gun control legislation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Santa Fe New Mexican
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced plans to push for an assault weapons ban, stating that the proposal will be modeled after Senator Martin Heinrich's legislation. The move comes as part of a broader effort to address gun violence and enhance public safety. Lujan Grisham's push for stricter gun control measures aligns with the growing national debate on firearms regulation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New Republic
Donald Trump is reportedly considering a nightmare-inducing Cabinet for a potential second term, focusing on individuals who are loyal to him and willing to stretch legal and governance boundaries. Potential candidates include Senator J.D. Vance, Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Kari Lake, Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Tucker Carlson. Trump is also considering bringing back Stephen Miller, Steve Bannon, and Kash Patel. Meanwhile, former Representative George Santos is making six figures on Cameo after being expelled from Congress, and Senate Republicans have blocked an assault weapons ban and universal background checks. Additionally, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. admitted to flying on Jeffrey Epstein's private jet twice.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters
The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld an Illinois state ban on assault-style weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines, which was enacted after a mass shooting in 2022. The ban includes the sale and distribution of various high-powered semiautomatic "assault weapons" and large-capacity magazines. Opponents argued that the ban violated the Second Amendment, but the court ruled that gun rights are subject to certain limits imposed by the government. The decision cited a U.S. Supreme Court opinion from last year that established a new legal test for gun restrictions. The Illinois Supreme Court had previously upheld the ban, and the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled to keep California's assault weapons ban in force.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
The federal appeals court in Chicago has upheld Illinois' assault weapons ban, ruling that the weapons covered by the legislation do not enjoy Second Amendment protection. The court found that assault weapons and high-capacity magazines are more similar to military-grade weaponry than firearms used for individual self-defense. While the ruling survived the first part of a two-step test, the court did not definitively rule on the constitutionality of the law. Many expect the issue to eventually reach the U.S. Supreme Court. The ban, enacted in response to a shooting in 2022, prohibits the sale of assault weapons and limits magazine purchases. Existing owners must register their weapons with the Illinois State Police.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters
The US appeals court has upheld California's assault weapons ban, ruling that it will remain in force while the state attorney general appeals a lower court decision declaring the measure unconstitutional. The three-judge panel blocked the injunction issued by a district judge, stating that the attorney general's appeal in support of the gun law would be heard on an expedited basis. The ban, which has been in place for 30 years, prohibits the manufacture, distribution, transportation, importation, sale, or possession of firearms classified as "assault weapons."