Supreme Court Upholds Biden's Ghost Gun Crackdown

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a federal regulation targeting ghost guns imposed by the Biden administration. The rule mandates serialization and background checks for gun kits, aiming to curb crime. Plaintiffs sued against this, but the Court supported the ATF's authority, emphasizing crime reduction.

In a significant ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld a federal regulation aimed at curbing the proliferation of 'ghost guns,' which evade conventional tracing and regulation methods. The regulation, endorsed by 7-2 votes, supports efforts initiated by Democratic former President Joe Biden's administration as part of a firearms crackdown.

Challengers, including gun parts manufacturers and rights groups, had contested the regulation, claiming the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) overstepped its authority by requiring serial numbers and background checks for firearm kits. However, the court's decision reinstates these measures, highlighting the initiative's priority to combat crime facilitated by such untraceable weapons.

Despite initial opposition from lower courts, the rule, critical to addressing rising gun violence, underscores broader tensions within the United States over firearm control and legislation. The ruling aligns with a series of high-profile decisions reflecting an ongoing struggle for a balanced approach to gun rights and public safety.

(With inputs from agencies.)