US reinstates ‘gun show loophole’ amid rollback of firearms restrictions
The US Department of Justice has rolled back several firearm regulations, including reinstating the 'gun show loophole' that allows gun purchases at shows without background checks. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the changes align with Supreme Court rulings and reduce burdens on gun sellers and owners. The move reverses Biden-era policies and has been criticized by gun control advocates who argue it will make the country less safe.
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Guns are displayed during the NRA’s annual meeting in Dallas in May 2024. Photograph: Justin Sullivan/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenGuns are displayed during the NRA’s annual meeting in Dallas in May 2024. Photograph: Justin Sullivan/Getty ImagesUS gun controlUS reinstates ‘gun show loophole’ amid rollback of firearms restrictionsDoJ announces changes including ‘loophole’ that allows people to buy guns at shows without background checkEdward Helmore in New YorkThu 30 Apr 2026 14.19 EDTFirst published on Thu 30 Apr 2026 14.12 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe US justice department has rolled back several significant restrictions on guns, including reinstating the so-called “gun show loophole”, which allowed people at such events to buy firearms without a background check.The…
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