Ever heard of ghost guns? They're a hot topic these days, and the Supreme Court is diving into the debate. These are basically weapons that are hard to trace because they don't have serial numbers. They're assembled from kits that you can buy online, and they're becoming more common in crimes. The Biden administration thinks these kits should be treated like regular guns, with serial numbers and background checks. But some gun manufacturers and rights groups don't agree. They say the government is overstepping its boundaries. It's a tricky issue with no clear-cut answers.

    Back in 2021, the Justice Department reported a big increase in ghost guns being recovered by police. This number jumped from around 4,000 in 2018 to nearly 20,000 in 2021. President Biden took action, making a rule that requires these kits to be treated like other firearms. But not everyone is on board. Some states think Congress should be making these decisions, not the administration.

    A Texas judge agreed with these states and struck down the rule. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals mostly backed this decision. The administration argues that this could lead to a flood of untraceable guns if the rule isn't in place. They say it's important to have some control over these weapons.

    Last year, the Supreme Court stepped in. By a 5-4 vote, they allowed the regulation to go into effect. This means the rule is currently in place, and the debate continues. It's a complex issue that touches on gun rights, safety, and regulations.

The Supreme Court's Take on Ghost Gun Kits

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