Trump DOJ silence in gun cases tests Second Amendment allies

The Trump Justice Department’s position in a legal fight over Biden-era “ghost gun” regulations is the latest instance of the Trump administration breaking with gun rights groups on Second Amendment issues.

Trump DOJ silence in gun cases tests Second Amendment allies

TL;DR

  • The Trump Justice Department is deciding whether to appeal Texas court rulings that struck down Biden-era "ghost gun" regulations.
  • The administration is also considering an appeal on a ruling blocking federal registration requirements for certain suppressors and weapons.
  • These positions mark a departure from the Trump administration's usual alignment with gun rights groups on Second Amendment issues.
  • The administration has previously taken stances opposite gun rights groups on specific, niche issues.