Big Tech Hides The ATF's Inconvenient Truth

Published on February 25, 2022
Duration: 6:27

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) details allegations that the ATF maintains a de facto gun registry, citing nearly 1 billion gun and gun owner records. GOA refutes claims by USA Today and Facebook that these records do not constitute a searchable registry, providing specific data and counterarguments regarding the nature and accessibility of ATF's out-of-business records. The video highlights concerns about potential misuse of this data for gun confiscation.

Quick Summary

Gun Owners of America (GOA) asserts that the ATF maintains a de facto gun registry, holding nearly 1 billion gun and gun owner records. GOA refutes claims by USA Today and Facebook that these records do not constitute a searchable database, providing evidence of the ATF's use of these records for 'record search requests' and access for private citizens.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and GOA's Claim
  2. 00:34USA Today and Facebook's Fact Check
  3. 00:57GOA's Initial Facebook Post
  4. 01:21GOA Debunks USA Today's Claims
  5. 02:11False Claim 1: Out-of-Business Records Not a Database
  6. 02:56False Claim 2: Records Not a Prohibited Registry
  7. 03:30Missing Context: Record Volume
  8. 04:13Missing Context: Guns Used in Crime vs. All Guns
  9. 04:37USA Today Quotes Old NRA Data
  10. 05:09Missing Context: Record Access
  11. 05:46Conclusion and Optimism for Gun Rights

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Gun Owners of America's main claim regarding the ATF?

Gun Owners of America (GOA) claims the ATF maintains a de facto gun registry, citing their admission to Congress of holding nearly 1 billion gun and gun owner records. GOA argues these records constitute a searchable database despite attempts by media outlets to downplay their significance.

How did USA Today and Facebook respond to GOA's claims about the ATF?

USA Today, in partnership with Facebook, fact-checked GOA's claim, stating that the ATF's nearly 1 billion records did not constitute a gun registry. They argued the information was misleading due to missing context and that the records were not a searchable database or a prohibited registry.

What evidence does GOA provide to counter USA Today's claims about the ATF's records?

GOA counters that the ATF's out-of-business records are digitized, organized, and used for 'record search requests' to find guns used in crimes, thus forming a searchable database. They also point out that the database contains millions of records of guns not used in crime and owners who haven't committed offenses.

Can private citizens access ATF records, according to the video?

Yes, the video states the ATF has a process for private citizens to obtain the serial number of a stolen firearm purchased from an FFL that has since discontinued business. This indicates the records are accessible for purposes beyond just criminal investigations.

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