Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Biden's Limits on Ghost Guns
National Background Checks
The Biden administration is facing a legal challenge to its new rule requiring background checks on ghost guns. The rule, which was announced in April, is designed to close a loophole that allows people to purchase and assemble firearms without undergoing a background check. Ghost guns are unserialized firearms that are often made from parts that are purchased online or at gun shows. Because they do not have serial numbers, they are difficult to trace and can be sold without a background check.
Arguments Against the New Rule
The lawsuit challenging the new rule was filed by the National Rifle Association (NRA) and several other gun rights groups. The NRA argues that the rule is unconstitutional because it infringes on the Second Amendment right to bear arms. The NRA also argues that the rule is unnecessary because there is already a federal law that prohibits the sale of firearms to people who are prohibited from possessing them.
Arguments in Favor of the New Rule
The Biden administration argues that the new rule is necessary to protect public safety. The administration points to the fact that ghost guns are increasingly being used in crimes, including mass shootings. The administration also argues that the rule is constitutional because it is narrowly tailored to address a specific problem and does not unduly burden the Second Amendment right to bear arms.
Significance of the Case
The Supreme Court's decision in this case will have a significant impact on the regulation of firearms in the United States. If the Court upholds the new rule, it will give the Biden administration a major victory in its efforts to reduce gun violence. However, if the Court strikes down the rule, it will be a setback for the administration and will make it more difficult to regulate ghost guns.
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