DOJ Warns Virginia on Gun Bills as Harmeet Dhillon Expands 2A Civil Rights Push

Jose Nino

April 18, 2026

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Summary

The Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division, led by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, is actively challenging state gun control measures, formally warning Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger against enacting over 25 new gun reform bills passed in 2026, especially SB 749 and HB 217 which target AR-15-style rifles. While Spanberger signed some bills and amended the assault weapons bill, the DOJ, citing Supreme Court precedent and President Trump's Executive Order 14206, has confirmed its intent to sue if unconstitutional legislation is enacted.

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