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Gun Policy
Senators are introducing a bill focused on "auto sear" devices following a joint investigation by The Trace and VICE News.
Mass Shooting
As The Trace and VICE News have reported, guns modified with automatic conversion devices have gained popularity throughout the country.
The Business of Guns
For decades, fully automatic weapons were expensive, collectable, and rarely used in crimes. Auto sears, which can cost less than $20 online, have changed that.
