Wayne Thorn
The ATF is defying a court order by refusing to comply and instead making excuses, gathering additional information on those affected, and imposing unnecessary background checks before returning confiscated items.
These individuals legally purchased these items before the ATF reclassified them as machine guns. Since they were originally classified as non-machine guns at the time of purchase, no additional background checks should be required.
https://gunrightsfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/ATF-Response-to-Non-Compliance-3-11-2025.pdf
Below is a letter I wrote to President Trump regarding this issue. I encourage everyone to do the same.
The ATF has been resisting compliance with federal court orders regarding items it previously classified as machine guns. Now, the agency claims it must re-evaluate whether individuals who legally purchased these items before the classification change have the right to keep them. Additionally, the ATF is demanding documentation proving that these individuals were part of the organization involved in the legal case—essentially com and compiling a list of members, raising concerns about potential misuse of this information to target law-abiding Americans and infringe on their First Amendment rights.
As I have previously shared, the ATF has also been using AI and surveillance cameras to identify individuals on the streets who may be carrying firearms, as well as scanning for people with pending legal issues. These actions raise serious concerns about overreach and privacy violations.
These confiscated items must be returned immediately. Pam Bondi (DOJ) and Acting ATF Director Kash Patel must take action to resolve this issue without delay. These are individuals you appointed, but they have been silent and inactive on this matter. Their inaction is unacceptable.
Given the ATF’s repeated noncompliance with court rulings and its continued excuses for defying judgments, I believe the agency is beyond reform. It must be completely dismantled. I will be closely watching how you address this issue with Bondi and Patel, as I trust you have the power to ensure justice is served.
Here is were you can write to the President: https://www.45office.com/
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