DOJ and ATF Repeal Zero Tolerance Policy

[mauserme]

https://www.gunowners.org/doj-and-atf-repeal-zero-tolerance-policy-major-second-amendment-win-for-the-trump-administration/

 

DOJ and ATF Repeal Zero Tolerance Policy, Major Second Amendment Win for the Trump Administration 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

 

April 7, 2025 

 

Washington, D.C. – In a significant win for the Second Amendment, the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) announced today the repeal of the controversial Federal Firearms Administrative Action Policy, also known as the Zero Tolerance Policy. First introduced under the Biden administration, the policy aggressively targeted gun dealers for minor paperwork errors—creating fear and uncertainty across the firearms community. 

 

The decision to roll back this anti-gun policy comes under the direction of the Trump administration and marks a key step toward restoring Americans’ access to firearms. The DOJ and ATF, now led by Attorney General Pam Bondi and Acting ATF and FBI Director Kash Patel, will also begin formal reviews of the tyrannical stabilizing brace rule and the unlawful “engaged in the business” rule used to target private gun sellers. 

 

The stabilizing brace rule, which attempted to reclassify braced pistols as short-barreled rifles under the National Firearms Act, and the “engaged in the business” rule, which was a backdoor attempt to create Universal Background Checks, were both the subject of national backlash and multiple court challenges. 

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“Under President Trump’s leadership, we’re seeing a realignment toward the Constitution. This repeal and regulatory review of ATF’s “Zero Tolerance” Policy sends a clear message that the era of Biden gun control is over. GOA is grateful for the administration’s commitment to restoring Second Amendment rights and standing with law-abiding gun owners nationwide.” 

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[TomKoz]

Trump 2028 !!

[davel501]

On 4/7/2025 at 9:56 PM, TomKoz said:

Trump 2028 !!

[Molly B.]

 

 

[Yeti]

And in a related story that has an "interesting" take on the "zero tolerance" policy:

 

Kash Patel was removed as acting ATF director, U.S. officials confirm

[mab22]

On 4/9/2025 at 7:27 PM, Yeti said:

And in a related story that has an "interesting" take on the "zero tolerance" policy:

 

Kash Patel was removed as acting ATF director, U.S. officials confirm

 

The use of words is really the story!
 

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FBI Director Kash Patel was removed from his role as acting director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and replaced by Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, U.S. officials confirmed on Wednesday.

So he WAS acting director of the ATF, and they have found a replacement.
They found someone to fill that role. GASP

Notice how they save the sensational headline until the last sentence for those that don't read the whole paragraph.
 

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Reuters was first to report the leadership change, which the U.S. Justice Department had not disclosed publicly. As of Wednesday afternoon, Patel's photo and title of acting director was still listed on the ATF's website.

Patel was sworn in as acting ATF leader on February 24, three days after he was sworn in as FBI director, a role he continues to hold. It was unusual for one person to be tapped to lead to major Justice Department units at the same time.

 

So he wasn't "FIRED", just filling two roles?

 

[mauserme]

Doesn't the title "acting director" indicate it was meant to be temporary?

 

 

[John Q Public]

They didn't need one guy dealing with the left on two jobs. If all he is doing is sitting in hearing, he can't do either job. This was a good thing, though I know nothing about the FNG.

[EdDinIL]

On 4/10/2025 at 6:26 AM, mauserme said:

Doesn't the title "acting director" indicate it was meant to be temporary?

Yes, but that perspective doesn't sell clicks or make the TDS-afflicted shriekingly happy.