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Elections
Groups on both sides of the gun debate have weighed in on Harris’s presidential bid. The reactions reflect her work on gun issues over 20-plus years in politics.
Politics
The Trace’s reporters have covered AR-style weapons, preemption gun laws, and concealed carry laws for years. Here are five stories to help understand how we got here.
Active Shooting
Details about the attack at a rally for the former president are still coming out. Here’s a rundown of what’s emerged so far.
The president’s son faces three felony counts after allegedly lying on federal gun-buying forms. His trial is underway.
It’s unclear when the former president will be required to surrender any guns following his guilty verdict in New York. The situation underscores the lack of procedure for how recently convicted felons should relinquish their firearms.
In Guns We Trust
In the coming season of "Long Shadow," Trace staffers help explain how guns became a cultural signifier as our crisis of violence spiraled.
Bulletin
Emerging research out of Indianapolis provides evidence that the two crises are linked.
Gun Policy
The state has high rates of gun ownership, yet mass shootings were virtually unheard of — until now.
The Trajectory
The hopefuls are vying to replace longtime Senator Dianne Feinstein, who was central to the gun reform movement.
The office’s potential will depend upon how much authority it’s given.
Philadelphia
Cherelle Parker and David Oh have agreed to one debate, but community leaders worry they won't get details on the candidates' plans to address gun violence.
Community Violence
Since before his inauguration, gun reform groups have been calling for a federal office focused solely on stopping shootings.
Concealed Carry
A bold move to curtail gun violence in Albuquerque has gotten a lot of attention, but less controversial solutions hold more promise.
The Industry
Illinois is the eighth state to pass a law requiring gun companies to impose “reasonable controls” on their marketing and distribution practices. All of them took inspiration from the same New York bill.
The pilot program paid $13.5 million to 31 community groups who served more than 4,800 people, mostly men and teenage boys.