Senator warns of public uprising if Supreme Court rejects gun control.

Senator Chris Murphy Claims American People Will “Revolt” if Supreme Court Blocks Gun Control Laws

During a recent appearance on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) made a bold statement regarding the American people’s response to continued Supreme Court interference in gun control legislation. Murphy claimed that if the court were to block new gun control laws, there would be a “popular revolt” among the American people.

Supreme Court Decisions

Murphy’s comments were in reference to recent Supreme Court decisions, including a 2022 decision that struck down New York’s restrictions on concealed carry and a more recent decision from Virginia District Court Judge Robert Payne. Payne ruled that a ban on gun sales for 18-20-year-olds would effectively impose restrictions on certain citizens that “do not exist with other constitutional guarantees.”

Attacking the Supreme Court

Murphy didn’t stop at criticizing the court’s interference in gun control legislation. He went on to attack the credibility and legitimacy of the current court, stating that “a court that’s already pretty illegitimate, is going to be in full crisis mode.”

Continued Push for Gun Control

Despite the court’s interference, Murphy promised that legislators would continue to “regulate who owns weapons and what kind of weapons are owned” with or without pushback from the courts. He also pointed to recent progress in gun control legislation, including the passing of the first major gun safety initiative and Republican states considering red flag laws and raising the age to buy assault weapons.

Conclusion

Murphy’s comments highlight the ongoing debate surrounding gun control legislation and the role of the Supreme Court in shaping these laws. Whether or not there will be a “popular revolt” remains to be seen, but it’s clear that the fight for stricter gun control measures will continue.