Gun Control and Background Checks

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The gun used in the failed assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump was legally purchased by the shooter's father, and background checks alone may not prevent such incidents.

Key Points

  • Gun used in failed assassination attempt on Trump legally purchased by shooter's father.
  • Background checks established in America by the 1993 Brady Act.
  • High profile attackers with no criminal record have passed background checks to acquire firearms.

Pros

  • Background checks can help prevent individuals with criminal records from acquiring firearms.

Cons

  • High profile attackers have been able to pass background checks and acquire firearms legally.
  • Simply relying on background checks may not be sufficient to prevent gun violence.