Gun Deaths Are Falling. Trump Is About to Reverse That. | Opinion
Summary
Gun deaths in the U.S. have dropped about 30% over the last five years, helped by policies like in-person background checks when buying guns. The Trump administration wants to change federal gun rules, allowing more online sales without these checks, which could increase gun violence.Key Facts
- Gun homicides in the U.S. have decreased nearly 30% from their highest point five years ago.
- Cities like Baltimore have reached the lowest homicide rates in 50 years.
- Current federal rules require guns bought online to be sent to licensed dealers for in-person background checks.
- The Trump administration proposed over 30 changes that would weaken these rules.
- One key change would allow guns to be bought online and delivered directly without a background check in person.
- This online system is compared to an “Amazon for Guns,” making purchasing easier but less secure.
- Law enforcement warns that these changes could make it harder to stop violent criminals and could lead to more mass shootings.
- Even some gun sellers oppose these new rules, saying online checks are not as safe as in-person checks.
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