Attorneys General Launch Attack on Gun Makers, Threatening Second Amendment Rights
Written by: T. Cohen
In a concerning move that could have far-reaching implications for Second Amendment rights, Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser, along with attorneys general from 12 other states and the District of Columbia, have joined forces to target gunmaker Glock.
Their objective? To force the preservation of 37 years of documentation regarding Glock handguns, in anticipation of potential lawsuits against the company.
This aggressive action comes on the heels of a lawsuit filed by the city of Chicago, alleging that Glock failed to modify the design of a pistol, allowing it to be easily transformed into a "machine gun" with a simple switch. Illinois, which passed a law last year enabling lawsuits against the firearms industry, is currently facing challenges in both federal and state-level courts. Chicago's lawsuit claims that Glock was aware of the modification capability and accuses the company of contributing to the proliferation of illegal machine guns.
The attorneys general, in their letter to Glock, demand the preservation of all documentation from 1987 to the present, focusing on the impact of Glock handguns on public safety and any knowledge the company may have regarding firearm modifications in relation to federal and state laws.
Attorney General Weiser, known for his liberal stance on gun control, used the opportunity to tout Colorado's large capacity magazine law, claiming it protects individuals from mass shootings.
Chicago's lawsuit alleges that the modification to Glock pistols allows them to fire up to 1,200 rounds per minute, comparable to fully automatic firearms. It also highlights a reported increase in the recovery of illegally modified machine guns and confiscation of switches. However, it is crucial to consider whether these statistics accurately reflect the prevalence of modified weapons or if they are being used to further an agenda.
The letter sent to Glock ominously warns that if Chicago succeeds in court, the gunmaker will face similar litigation in the states represented by the attorneys general. This veiled threat demonstrates a coordinated effort to intimidate and financially burden gun manufacturers, potentially setting a dangerous precedent that could erode Americans' Second Amendment rights.
Recognizing the weight of the situation, the National Shooting Sports Foundation has filed a motion requesting a review of the Chicago lawsuit, emphasizing the need for a fair and impartial examination of the claims made against Glock.
Joining Colorado in this attack on gun manufacturers are Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and the District of Columbia. These states have all aligned themselves with this assault on law-abiding gun owners and their constitutional rights.
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As Americans, we must remain vigilant in safeguarding our Second Amendment rights. The actions of these attorneys general should be closely monitored, as they threaten to undermine the principles upon which our nation was founded.
It is imperative that we do not allow a money-grab disguised as public safety measures to diminish our constitutional rights.
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