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Biden Administration Is Closing the ‘Gun Show Loophole’

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People selling firearms at gun shows and elsewhere will now be required to carry out background checks on their customers.

Dan Ladden-Hall

Dan Ladden-Hall

Breaking News Editor

Published Apr. 11 2024 9:38AM EDT

The new rule means those who aren’t operating at brick-and-mortar stores will still need to obtain federal licenses and perform background checks to sell guns. — Jonathan Ernst/Reuters

Dan Ladden-Hall

Dan Ladden-Hall

Breaking News Editor

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