Breaking: Federal Judge ALLOWS ATF Rule To STAND In 19 States… Engaged In Business Strikes Again…

Published on July 13, 2024
Duration: 6:57

A federal judge in Kansas has allowed the Biden Administration's 'Engaged in Business' rule to stand for 19 states, refusing to block its enforcement. This ruling contrasts with a previous decision in Texas where a judge blocked the rule. The Kansas judge found the predictions of harm from the rule to be too speculative to warrant blocking it before a full trial, stating the plaintiffs were not substantially likely to win their case at this early stage. The situation highlights the developing legal landscape surrounding federal firearms regulations and the potential for conflicting court opinions.

Quick Summary

A federal judge in Kansas has ruled against blocking the Biden Administration's 'Engaged in Business' rule for 19 states, contrasting with a previous Texas ruling. The judge found the plaintiffs' claims of harm to be too speculative to grant an injunction at this early stage of the litigation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Breaking Ruling on ATF Rule
  2. 00:1019 States Denied Block on Engaged in Business Rule
  3. 00:21Contrast with Texas Ruling
  4. 00:34Kansas Federal Judge's Decision Explained
  5. 01:15The Engaged in Business Rule
  6. 01:34Topeka, Kansas Ruling Details
  7. 01:53Judge Toby Krauss's Reasoning
  8. 02:28Trump Appointee's Ruling on Speculative Harm
  9. 02:54Plaintiffs Not Likely to Win at This Stage
  10. 03:26Comparison to Texas Ruling by Judge Kacsmaryk
  11. 03:40Texas Ruling Blocked Enforcement
  12. 03:48Other States in Texas Lawsuit
  13. 03:55Conflicting Federal Court Opinions
  14. 04:32Attorney General's Perspective
  15. 04:44Kansas AG Chris Kobach's Expectation
  16. 05:05Potential Impact of Executive Change
  17. 05:30Circumventing ATF Rules via Executive Action
  18. 06:00Full List of 19 States in Kansas Lawsuit
  19. 06:21Significance of Contrasting Opinions
  20. 06:42Conclusion: Voting and Political Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Engaged in Business' rule regarding firearms?

The 'Engaged in Business' rule, as discussed in the context of the ATF's actions, generally pertains to the requirement for individuals or entities to conduct background checks on firearm buyers when they are deemed to be 'engaged in the business' of dealing firearms, even if not a licensed dealer.

Which states are affected by the recent federal judge's ruling on the ATF's 'Engaged in Business' rule?

A federal judge in Kansas allowed the ATF's 'Engaged in Business' rule to stand for 19 states: Kansas, Alabama, Alaska, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Montana, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wyoming.

How does the Kansas ruling on the ATF rule differ from the Texas ruling?

The Kansas ruling refused to block the ATF's 'Engaged in Business' rule for 19 states, deeming the plaintiffs' claims too speculative. In contrast, a Texas judge had previously blocked the rule's enforcement in Texas and three other states, finding a stronger likelihood of success for the plaintiffs.

What was the judge's reasoning for allowing the ATF rule to stand in Kansas?

US District Judge Toby Krauss stated that the predictions of harm to the plaintiffs (gun collectors and groups) were too speculative to warrant blocking the rule before a full trial. He found they had not made a strong showing that they were substantially likely to win their lawsuit.

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