Dogecoin enters US ATF with mandate to reduce gun regulations, Washington Post reports.

Dogecoin enters US ATF with mandate to reduce gun regulations, Washington Post reports.

The U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been granted approval to revise or eliminate 47 existing gun regulations at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) by July 4, according to a recent report [1]. This initiative, which includes changes to the ATF's crucial 4473 Form used in gun purchases, reflects a broader trend towards reducing federal oversight in firearm transactions and collection practices.

The DOGE, working with the ATF's general counsel, aims to consolidate multiple questions on the 4473 Form into a single inquiry regarding a buyer's legal eligibility to own a firearm. This effort is part of a larger shift in gun control policies promised by the Trump administration, which has been actively reducing the number of inspectors at the ATF [2].

The move has raised questions about the implications for public safety and regulatory compliance. Critics argue that reducing regulations could lead to more unregulated firearm sales and potential misuse of firearms. However, supporters of the initiative believe it will streamline the process for law-abiding citizens to purchase firearms.

The DOGE's mandate to revise gun regulations comes amidst ongoing legal challenges. Fifteen Democratic-led U.S. states have filed a lawsuit seeking to block the move, citing concerns about public safety and the potential for increased gun violence [2].

The DOGE's efforts to reduce gun regulations are part of a broader trend in U.S. policy, reflecting a shift towards deregulation and reduced federal oversight in various sectors. The impact of these changes on the firearm industry and public safety remains to be seen.

References:

[1] https://gunnewsdaily.com/doge-approved-to-revise-atf-gun-regulations/
[2] https://www.investing.com/news/world-news/doge-enters-us-atf-with-mandate-to-slash-gun-regulations-washington-post-reports-4114846