Joe Biden Pushes Assault Weapons Ban Responding to LA Cop Shooting Even though Shooter used Handgun

Published on September 15, 2020
Duration: 5:47

Colion Noir discusses President Biden's push for an assault weapons ban following a shooting incident, highlighting that the weapon used was a handgun, not an "assault weapon." Noir argues that such bans are ineffective, citing the expiration of the 1994 ban due to lack of impact on crime. He emphasizes that the AR-15 platform is crucial for self-defense and expresses concern that bans on these firearms are a precursor to broader restrictions.

Quick Summary

Colion Noir discusses President Biden's push for an assault weapons ban, noting the weapon used in a recent LA shooting was a handgun. He argues that assault weapons bans, like the expired 1994 ban, have historically failed to reduce crime and that the AR-15 is a critical platform for self-defense, fearing bans are a precursor to wider restrictions.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Gun Sales Surge & Biden's Gun Control Push
  2. 00:11LA Cop Shooting & "Weapons of War" Rhetoric
  3. 00:20Questioning the Use of Assault Weapons in the Incident
  4. 00:23Second Amendment Battle in Elections
  5. 00:32Colion Noir's Reaction to Gun Sales Surge
  6. 00:49Biden's Long-Standing Gun Control Playbook
  7. 00:57Never Let a Tragedy Go to Waste
  8. 01:15Biden's Gun Control Plan: Undermining the Second Amendment
  9. 01:17Removing Protection for the Gun Industry
  10. 02:05Stunning Background Check Numbers by State
  11. 02:19Public Alarm Over Police Disempowerment
  12. 02:26Individuals Taking Safety into Their Own Hands
  13. 03:11Assault Weapons Ban During Clinton Years
  14. 03:23Why Assault Weapons Bans Don't Work
  15. 03:42The AR-15: A Vital Self-Defense Platform
  16. 03:56Bans on AR-15s as a Starting Point
  17. 04:02Biden's Goal: Ban All Firearms
  18. 04:12Fear of Gun Confiscation Drives Sales
  19. 04:30Post Self-Defense Shooting Concerns
  20. 04:50USCCA Concealed Carry Insurance
  21. 05:25Where to Purchase AR-15s & Merch

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Joe Biden pushing for an assault weapons ban?

President Biden is pushing for an assault weapons ban, citing incidents like the LA cop shooting, to restrict firearms he deems "weapons of war." However, critics point out that the weapon used in the LA incident was a handgun, questioning the relevance of an assault weapons ban to such events.

Did the previous assault weapons ban in the US work?

According to Colion Noir, the Federal Assault Weapons Ban that was in place during the Clinton years was not reenacted because studies showed it did not effectively reduce crime rates. This lack of impact is a key argument against current proposals for similar bans.

What is the significance of the AR-15 in the context of gun control debates?

The AR-15 is highlighted as the most viable platform for self-defense in the United States. Gun rights advocates argue that bans targeting the AR-15 are a starting point for broader gun control measures, aiming to restrict access to firearms essential for personal protection.

What is driving the current surge in gun sales?

The surge in gun sales is largely attributed to individuals' concerns about their safety and the potential for new gun control legislation. When people believe their right to own firearms might be restricted or taken away, they tend to purchase them proactively.

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