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Supreme Court Backs State Assault Weapon Bans

6/8/2025

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The U.S. Supreme Court has chosen not to review state bans on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, allowing lower court decisions to stand. This pivotal moment underscores the clash between gun rights and public safety. In a related move, Colorado reinforced its age restrictions on firearm purchases, highlighting the shifting dynamics of the Second Amendment.

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Story summary

The U.S. Supreme Court has chosen not to review state bans on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, allowing lower court decisions to stand. This pivotal moment underscores the clash between gun rights and public safety. In a related move, Colorado reinforced its age restrictions on firearm purchases, highlighting the shifting dynamics of the Second Amendment.