"CNN, citing officials familiar with the discussions, reports that the department is exploring whether gender dysphoria could be classified as a mental health condition that disqualifies someone from owning firearms. Current federal law allows restrictions on gun rights for individuals deemed mentally "defective" by a court, but extending that framework to gender identity would mark a significant and controversial shift in federal policy,"
"The idea remains in the early stages, and no formal rule has been introduced. But if advanced, it would face legal challenges on constitutional grounds, including violations of the Second Amendment and protections against discrimination. In the past, LGBTQ+ advocates and legal experts have warned such laws would unfairly single out transgender Americans and could set a dangerous precedent of linking identity with criminality. But it would be just one more of many anti-trans actions by the Trump administration."
The Justice Department is considering regulations that could restrict firearm ownership for transgender people after a deadly Minneapolis church school shooting. Officials are exploring whether gender dysphoria could be classified as a mental health condition that disqualifies individuals from owning firearms. Current law allows gun restrictions for people deemed mentally "defective" by a court; applying that framework to gender identity would significantly shift federal policy. The proposal is in early stages and would likely face constitutional challenges under the Second Amendment and anti-discrimination protections. Advocates warn such measures would unfairly single out transgender Americans and link identity with criminality.
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