False Claim about Bump Stock Ban
Sen. Chris Murphy falsely claimed Donald Trump refused to ban bump stocks, when in fact Trump's ATF banned them at his direction.
Key Points
- Ban on bump stocks announced in 2018, went into effect in 2019
- Ban was a response to the Las Vegas shooting in 2017
- SCOTUS struck down the ban in 2024
Pros
- Clarifies the timeline of the bump stock ban and Trump's involvement
- Provides context from gun rights groups and organizations
Cons
- Highlights misinformation spread by Sen. Chris Murphy