Former President Donald Trump was recently injured in a failed assassination attempt that took place on 13th July 2024. The presumptive nominee of the Republican party for the 2024 Presidential elections was wounded in the right ear while he was giving a speech at his rally’s campaign near Butler, Pennsylvania. The attempt also killed a spectator and injured two other people who were present in the campaign. The shooter, who was identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthews Crooks, was killed by the snippers on the spot as he fired eight rounds at the rally. Since the assassination attempt has taken place, there have been certain changes brought in the USA in relation to gun control and firearm-related incidents. So, let’s have a look at all of these.
Joe Biden Calls For A Ban On Assault Rifles
On Tuesday, the present President of America demanded that assault rifles, including the one which has been used in the assassination attempt of Donald Trump, be banned by Congress. During a convention in Las Vegas, Biden told the audience that the shooter used an AR-15 to kill Donald Trump. He mentioned that it was an assault rifle, which has also killed many other people, including children and women. He stated that now, it is the time to outlaw them. Joe Biden made this demand after returning to the campaign trail for the first time after the attack happened. Also, gun rights are a major issue for Joe Biden, who has frequently campaigned on it. In 1994, he was an important player in passing an assault weapons ban, which expired in 2004.
Donald Trump Will Continue To Protect Gun Rights Despite An Attempted Assassination
At an event hosted by the U.S Concealed Carry Association at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Chris LaCivita, a senior advisor of Trump’s presidential campaign, stated that Donald Trump will continue to protect gun rights. Though he escaped the assassination attempt on 13th July, he will safeguard gun rights by appointing federal judges who oppose new firearm limits. It has been mentioned that he will continue to support the Second Amendment if he is elected as the President in November 2024. The Second Amendment of the US Constitution guarantees the right to have firearms. Further, the delegates of the Republican party are also against bringing any reforms in America’s gun laws, such as increasing the legal age to buy guns.
Biden Directs Federal Trade Commission To Issue Public Reports
The current President of the USA has announced that they will direct the Federal Trade Commission to create and release public reports. The reports will examine how the gun manufacturers are marketing the firearms to minor citizens and also how the gun manufacturers sell firearms to normal civilians, including the use of military themes, which makes their products look more appealing. Hence, the goal of this measure is to understand and evaluate the marketing practices that are used by gun manufacturers to sell their products.
Biden Announces Increased Background Checks Before Firearm Purchases
The Biden administration has recently announced the expansion of the requirements to perform background checks for those who buy guns or firearms. He mentioned that all the background checks required by the law should be conducted to close the gun show loophole. According to this, new federal rules will not be treated but will only expand the definition of licensed firearms dealers. The measure has been proposed to check whether someone is a felon or domestic abuser before allowing them to buy a gun. This move will ensure that fewer guns will be sold, and hence, there will be fewer guns in the hands of felons and domestic abusers.
Keeping Track Of Theft and Loss Of Guns During Shipment
The next proposition that the Biden administration has proposed is to address the amount of stolen and lost guns while in shipping. The data from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives has recently revealed a 250% increase in the number of guns stolen or lost during shipment, from 1700 in 2018 to 6100 in 2022. The President of the USA has directed the Secretary of Transportation to start his work in order to reduce the number of thefts or losses of guns or firearms while being in the shipment. He has also directed him to improve reporting such thefts and losses by being in touch with the shippers and carriers.
Strengthen The Execution Of Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act is one of the most important laws that has been passed in the last 30 years, and the Biden Administration is making the most of it. It was the first major gun safety federal law passed during the 117th United States Congress. Under this, President Joe Biden is directing every agency responsible for the law’s implementation to send him a report within 60 days towards the full implementation of this law and measures they will take in order to maximize its benefits.
Improve Federal Support For Gun Violence Victims and Survivors
President Joe Biden has recently directed his administration to develop a proposal as to how the federal government can support the victims and survivors of gun violence and the communities who are affected by mass shootings. They stated that when a hurricane affects a community, the Federal Emergency Management Agency coordinates with the state, local, and NGOs to meet the community’s needs. Just like this, the federal government should support the victims who are affected by the gun violence.
More Information About Federally Licensed Gun Dealers Who Are Breaking The Law
President Joe Biden is working towards strengthening the position of gun rules in America. He has directed the Attorney General to publicly release as much information as legally possible about the inspections of gun dealers who have violated the gun laws. This measure has been taken because gun dealers who break the laws make it more likely that guns will end up in the hands of dangerous people, which will put everyone at risk. Also, this measure is essential because it will empower the policymakers to better the problem and enhance our laws so that irresponsible gun dealers can be held accountable.
Raise Public Awareness And Encourage Proper Use Of Red Flag Orders And Safe Gun Storage
Many states, including Washington, D.C., have red flag laws. These laws let the trusted community members ask a court of law to decide if someone is dangerous or not and temporarily take away their guns. But for these laws to actually work, people of the particular state need to know when and how to use them. President Joe Biden has directed his cabinet to raise awareness amongst the general public regarding how to use extreme risk protection orders. Also, he has directed them to encourage and promote the effective use of red flag orders by working with police personnel, doctors, teachers, and other community leaders. Further, he wants his cabinet to expand and promote the safe storage of firearms.
