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Supreme Court will consider whether laws known as assault weapons bans violate the Second Amendment
By ABC at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Supreme Court that has expanded gun rights will consider whether bans on semiautomatic rifles, often called assault weapons, violate the Second Amendment.
The justices said Tuesday they will hear appeals challenging bans on the AR-15 and similar semiautomatic firearms in Conn...
Key takeaway The justices said Tuesday they will hear appeals challenging bans on the AR-15 and similar semiautomatic firearms in Connecticut and the Chicago area.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
In Minneapolis , the Supreme Court's decision to consider assault weapons bans will be closely watched, given the city's own experiences with gun violence. As a major urban center in a state with its own unique gun laws, Minnesota will be affected by the court's ruling, which could have implications for local efforts to regulate firearms. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area has seen its share of gun-related incidents, and community leaders have long advocated for stronger gun control measures. The court's ruling could either embolden or hinder these efforts, depending on how it interprets the Second Amendment. With arguments expected to be heard in the fall, Minneapolis residents and community leaders will be waiting to see how the court's decision will impact their own public safety measures and initiatives to reduce gun violence in the city.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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The justices said Tuesday they will hear appeals challenging bans on the AR-15 and similar semiautomatic firearms in Conn...
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