US Supreme Court Reverses Ban on Bump Stocks
High-powered gun accessory now legal
Court's decision could have far-reaching implications
The U.S. Supreme Court has struck down a federal law that banned bump stocks, a device that allows semi-automatic weapons to fire more rapidly.
The decision, which was handed down on Thursday, is a major victory for gun rights advocates. It could also have a significant impact on future gun control legislation.
Bump stocks became the subject of national debate after the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history, which occurred in Las Vegas in 2017. The shooter used a bump stock to fire hundreds of rounds into a crowd of concertgoers, killing 58 people.
In the wake of the shooting, Congress passed a law banning the sale and possession of bump stocks. The law was challenged by the National Rifle Association (NRA) and other gun rights groups, who argued that it violated the Second Amendment.
The Supreme Court agreed with the gun rights groups. In a 6-3 decision, the Court held that the bump stock ban was unconstitutional.
The Court's decision is likely to have a significant impact on future gun control legislation. It could make it more difficult for Congress to pass laws that restrict the sale and possession of firearms.
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