Maryland's Assault Weapons Ban Upheld by Federal Appeals Court

A federal appeals court upheld Maryland's ban on military-style firearms known as assault weapons, rejecting arguments of unconstitutionality. The law was passed in 2013 after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. The ban includes firearms like the AR-15 and AK-47. Gun rights groups plan to appeal to the Supreme Court.

Gun Control Advocacy by Kamala Harris and Tim Walz

Kamala Harris and Tim Walz push for a ban on AR-15s and other firearms they refer to as 'assault weapons' during a joint campaign appearance in Philadelphia. They advocate for universal background checks, red flag laws, and gun control measures.

President Joe Biden's stance on banning AR-15s and assault weapons

President Joe Biden pushes to outlaw AR-15s and other firearms while being protected by the same guns he seeks to ban.

Gun Control Legislation Supported by U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego

U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego supports legislation to ban Arizonans from buying AR-15 rifles, citing his military experience with an M16. He also supports an 'assault weapons' ban and other gun control measures.

Gun Control Legislation in Colorado

President Biden issued a statement in support of law enforcement and gun control during National Police Week. Colorado Democrats are pushing for gun control bills that mirror policies in liberal states, but have not received much media coverage. The bills include banning 'assault weapons,' imposing an 11% tax on gun and ammunition sales, and increasing standards for concealed handgun training classes.