Bump Stocks Outlawed by Supreme Court

Landmark Ruling Ends Debate Over Controversial Firearm Accessory

Bump stocks, the firearm accessories that allow semi-automatic rifles to shoot like fully automatic weapons, are now illegal in the United States.

In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that the devices violate federal law. The ruling ends years of legal wrangling over the legality of bump stocks, which have been used in several mass shootings, including the 2017 Las Vegas attack that killed 58 people.

The decision is a victory for gun control advocates, who have long argued that bump stocks are dangerous and should be banned. The National Rifle Association (NRA), which has opposed efforts to ban bump stocks, said it was "disappointed" by the ruling.

"This is a major victory for public safety," said John Feinblatt, president of Everytown for Gun Safety. "Bump stocks have no place in our communities, and we are grateful to the Supreme Court for recognizing that."

The ruling is a setback for gun rights advocates, who argue that bump stocks are legal and should be protected by the Second Amendment. The NRA said it would continue to fight for the rights of gun owners.

"We are disappointed with the Supreme Court's decision to uphold the ban on bump stocks," said Chris W. Cox, executive director of the NRA's Institute for Legislative Action. "Bump stocks are legal devices that allow law-abiding citizens to enjoy their Second Amendment rights."

The decision is likely to have a significant impact on the gun debate in the United States. It is the first time the Supreme Court has ruled on the legality of a firearm accessory since the Heller decision in 2008, which affirmed the right to own a gun for self-defense.