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GOP firebrands Boebert, Burlison introduce bill to abolish ATF

In a bold move, conservative Representatives Lauren Boebert of Colorado and Eric Burlison of Missouri have introduced legislation that aims to abolish the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). This one-page bill seeks to eliminate the law enforcement agency that is responsible for regulating firearms, prosecuting federal gun crimes, and handling crimes involving explosives, arson, bombings, terrorism, and illegal activities related to alcohol and tobacco products.

The Republican lawmakers argue that ATF regulations infringe upon the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Americans. Boebert expressed her skepticism about the ATF’s role in upholding constitutional liberties, stating, “I cannot imagine under any circumstance or administration where the ATF serves as an ally to the Second Amendment and law-abiding firearm owners across America.” Burlison echoed her sentiments, calling the ATF emblematic of a deep-state bureaucracy that oversteps its bounds and violates the Constitution.

The bill to abolish the ATF has garnered support from seven co-sponsors in the House of Representatives, including Representatives Andy Biggs, Mike Collins, Bob Onder, Andy Ogles, Mary Miller, Keith Self, and Paul Gosar. Despite the pushback from lawmakers, the ATF has not yet responded to requests for comment on the proposed legislation.

Representative Burlison has also called for the abolition of the Department of Education and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), arguing that these agencies should not be involved in law enforcement activities that are better left to the states. In a statement to Fox News Digital, ATF spokesperson Kristina Mastropasqua defended the agency’s efforts in fighting violent crime and providing benefits to the American public.

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This controversial move to abolish the ATF has sparked debate among lawmakers and citizens alike. As the discussion unfolds, it remains to be seen how this legislation will progress in Congress. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

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