Most Americans Would Fail a Test on Gun Law Knowledge
Briefly

President Trump's administration has focused on issues of firearm regulation, notably by shutting down the Office of Gun Violence Prevention and emphasizing Second Amendment rights. Many Americans engage in gun control debates without sufficient understanding of the varied state laws governing firearms. As gun ownership is prevalent in the U.S., with one-third of Americans owning guns, a nuanced understanding of local regulations is crucial. 24/7 Wall St. has compiled insights into common gun law questions, emphasizing the complexity and variability of gun laws across different states.
Since taking office, President Donald Trump has issued a series of executive orders seeking to address numerous perceived issues he feels are important.
But many people worry that his executive order issuing will have incredibly harmful effects in relation to gun violence.
Although the right to keep and bear arms is protected by the Second Amendment, states have the authority to implement their own regulations around firearms.
Americans seeking to take part in conversations about guns and gun rights may be operating off of assumptions or truths that simply aren't correct.
Read at 24/7 Wall St.
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