Videos tagged with Crime Gun Intelligence

This video covers the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing for ATF Director nominee Robert Cekada. Key discussions include the modernization of ATF's antiquated e-forms system, the regulatory status of suppressors, the impact of ATF agent diversions to immigration enforcement, and the ATF's efforts to combat 3D-printed firearms. Cekada's responses highlight the need for technological upgrades and adherence to congressional mandates.

ATF Director Steve Dettlebach stated at the Gun Violence Survivors Summit that there is 'never' a gun show loophole. This statement is presented as contradictory to the ATF's stated strategy of cutting off firearm supply to violent individuals, many of whom are felons. The video criticizes the narrative that gun control measures are effective when the primary issue is identified as felons and repeat offenders obtaining firearms illegally.

The ATF Director outlines the agency's multifaceted approach to combating violent crime, emphasizing partnerships with law enforcement and the use of advanced tools like crime gun tracing and DNA recovery from casings. The discussion highlights the need for increased resources to implement new legislation like the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act and addresses emerging threats from privately made firearms and conversion devices.