Analysis: Is President Biden Boxed in on Guns? [Member Exclusive]
The President released a new executive order on guns this week, but instead of signaling new initiative on the issue, it may show he is reaching the limits of his power. On Tuesday, the White House announced the President would direct the Attorney General and various federal agencies to implement a variety of reforms. The action included an effort to expand requirements for who must obtain a federal license to sell guns, a request for the Federal Trade Commission to investigate gun advertising, efforts to spread awareness of “red flag” laws, and more. It came in response to a January