The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) has vowed to take legal action if the New York Police Department (NYPD) revokes former President Donald Trump’s concealed carry permit. This announcement follows recent felony convictions against Trump, raising concerns over the status of his gun rights.
On Wednesday, Breitbart News reported that the NYPD is considering revoking Trump’s concealed carry permit due to his recent legal troubles. CNN noted that Trump’s permit was actually suspended on April 1, 2023, after he was indicted on multiple charges. The New York Times added that the NYPD is investigating the situation and expects to revoke the permit once the investigation is complete.
However, the New York Times also highlighted that Trump has the right to challenge this decision. In response, the SAF declared its readiness to litigate on Trump’s behalf if his permit is revoked.
Alan Gottlieb, SAF founder and executive vice president, stated, “Donald Trump has no history of violent crime. Under the Supreme Court’s 2022 Bruen ruling, which requires gun laws to have some connection to historical regulation from the time the Founders wrote the Constitution and Bill of Rights, Mr. Trump should not lose his Second Amendment rights.”
Gottlieb further emphasized, “There is no historical basis to deny someone, including Trump, of their gun rights over such a conviction.” He argued that the action against Trump underscores the need to reassess existing gun control laws to better protect individual rights.
“The attack on Trump’s gun rights emphasizes the need to revisit existing gun control laws and change them to protect an individual’s gun rights,” Gottlieb added. “Until that happens, we will be more than happy to meet New York State or the federal government in court.”
This case highlights the ongoing debate over gun rights and the legal implications of recent court rulings. The SAF’s pledge to defend Trump’s rights could set a significant precedent for future cases involving the revocation of gun permits following criminal convictions.
