Trump ordered DOJ not to appeal ruling that loosened limits on "gangster weapons," sources say

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President Trump has directed the Justice Department not to appeal a court ruling that loosens restrictions on "gangster weapons."
The ruling, made by U.S. District Judge James Wesley Hendrix, declared most restrictions under the National Firearms Act unconstitutional, citing the removal of a tax on these firearms.
This decision will allow certain Americans to possess or sell short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, and silencers with reduced government oversight.
The Justice Department intends to inform Congress it will not appeal the ruling and will issue guidance to implement the court's order.
The ruling does not apply to the country's most popular firearms like AR-15s and Glock pistols, nor to machine guns or explosive devices.
Gun control advocates argue that not appealing the ruling is a failure to defend public safety and could lead to increased gun violence.
The ruling originated from cases brought by 15 red states and gun rights groups, and it covers current and future members of these groups.
A Justice Department official stated that individuals prohibited from buying firearms under the old structure remain prohibited, and federal criminal statutes will continue to be enforced.

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