The Trump administration has officially overturned the Biden-era ban on a rapid-fire accessory known as a “forced-reset trigger,” which can convert semi-automatic rifles into fully automatic weapons. This decision comes after the Justice Department reached an agreement with Rare Breed Triggers, allowing the sale of the device and mandating the return of previously seized units, a move that critics argue will increase gun violence across the country.
Gun control advocates, including representatives from the organization GIFFORDS, warn that the resumption of these modifications will have grave consequences, with past incidents linking such devices to mass shootings. In 2024 alone, the Gun Violence Archive recorded 488 mass shootings, underscoring the ongoing debate over gun rights and public safety as the DOJ claims the settlement represents a commitment to upholding the Second Amendment.
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