Donald Trump could be about to lift an almost 100-year-old law and it’s left people in complete shock
The Trump administration is reviewing a 91-year-old law restricting firearm suppressors, originally passed to counter Prohibition-era gang violence. This follows Trump’s earlier reversal of a 2002 ban on silencer sales to non-citizens. The move signals a broader push to undo Biden-era gun controls, including expanded background checks and restrictions for domestic abusers. Gun-rights advocates welcome the potential change, viewing suppressors—which dampen gunshot noise by 20-35 decibels—as useful for hearing protection during hunting.
Republican lawmakers are backing the Hearing Protection Act to streamline suppressor purchases, which currently require a $200 tax stamp and lengthy approvals. Critics argue suppressors are unnecessary, suggesting ear protection as a safer alternative. If repealed, buying a suppressor could become as easy as passing an instant background check, marking a significant shift in U.S. gun policy. The debate continues over balancing Second Amendment rights with public safety concerns.
