Prairie State Wire

The Supreme Court has upheld a regulation from the Biden administration concerning ghost guns. These firearms, which lack serial numbers and can be assembled from parts or kits bought online, are now subject to certain controls under the Gun Control Act of 1968. The decision, which was passed with a 7-2 vote, confirms the authority of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to regulate some of these weapons. However, the ruling does leave open the possibility for individual cases to challenge the applicability of the rule to specific ghost guns.

Justice Clarence Thomas disagreed with the decision, expressing concern that the court was effectively rewriting the statutory text. Justice Samuel Alito also dissented, arguing that the majority of justices had used an incorrect test to evaluate the ATF rule's validity.

For more in-depth coverage, readers are encouraged to visit ScotusBlog. The court's full opinion is available through the provided PDF link.