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Gun Policy
The State Department simply clarified existing firearm manufacturing rules at the request of another organization, officials say.
Law Enforcement
The Justice Department will involve police in the development of new technology, with the ultimate aim of sparking consumer demand.
Politics
The idea to expand background checks by clarifying the “engaged in the business” rule for private sellers was in development for most of the president’s second term. Did its release come too late?
Supporters and opponents of the moves seemed to occupy entirely different universes.
Armed With Reason
The state and local level is often where the rubber meets the road when it comes to firearm policy.
Duke University professor Kristin Goss analyzes the response from both sides of the issue.
