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Biden Administration Implements New Gun Background Check Rules to Close 'Gun Show Loophole'

The new regulations aim to enhance public safety by requiring background checks for more gun sellers, including those at gun shows and online, amid ongoing debates on gun control.

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A woman tries a pistol at a 2016 gun show in Fort Worth, Texas. Federal officials say many gun sellers have avoided the rules requiring background checks, allowing more guns onto the black market.
A gun show in Harrisburg, Penn., on Feb 9, 2024.

Overview

  • The Biden-Harris administration has introduced a new rule to classify more sellers as licensed gun dealers, mandating background checks at gun shows and online sales.
  • The rule targets reducing gun violence and specifically aims to protect against gender-based and domestic violence.
  • Officials estimate the rule will affect over 23,000 currently unlicensed dealers, covering tens of thousands of gun sales annually.
  • The move has faced opposition from some Republican senators, reflecting a broader national debate on gun control measures.
  • Advocates for the rule argue it will significantly reduce the risk of gun violence, particularly in domestic situations and mass shootings.