The Second Amendment Safety Net: Blanche's Felon Gun Rights Move The recent announcement by Attorney General Todd Blanche to allow certain individuals with felony convictions to apply for restoration of their federal gun rights has sparked a heated debate about public safety, individual freedoms, and the role of government in regulating firearms.
On its surface, this move may seem like an attempt to restore constitutional rights to those who have served their time, but it is part of a larger effort to reshape the Justice Department's approach to gun rights.
The Gun Control Act of 1968 prohibits certain individuals from possessing firearms, including felons, fugitives, and others deemed a threat to public safety.