3 Ways Trump Can Advance Gun Rights In His First 100 Days

Now that the election is over, we need to start looking ahead; moving forward not only as a party, but as a nation. One of those bright spots not too far off on the horizon is the topic of gun rights. With a Republican president, Senate, and House, gun rights activists can breath easy that their wishes will be upheld in Washington DC come January 20th, 2017.

Or can they?

Let’s take a look at a few key things a Trump administration could do in the first 100 days to ease tension and reassure the NRA card carrying members that all is well.

Appoint A Supreme Court Justice Sympathetic To Gun Rights

The passing of Justice Scalia was a hit to the conservative movement as a whole, not just the gun rights lobby. However, an important way for Trump to earn their trust would be to put gun rights front and center in the conversation about who to appoint next. While gun rights is arguably not the most crucial issue facing the country, appointing a solid, conservative judge that is pro-gun would definitely help protect the 2nd amendment for the next generation.

Stand Up And Allow Carry on Military Bases

Every time there is a shooting on a military base we have the same discussion: Why can’t our men and women in uniform carry their own weapons on a military base if they are trained to use them while in the military.

Since the Fort Hood attack in 2009, we’ve had more than a dozen additional shootings on military installations in the United States. These tragedies are hard to predict and even harder to stop once they have started; the most likely outcome is that the damage is done well before any law enforcement arrive. Many believe that the prohibition of carry by service members helps encourage these types of attacks on military bases.

Get Involved In Gun Sports To Show His Support

One of President-elect Trump’s sons is very active in outdoor sports, shooting, and general adventure however the billion dollar Businessman himself isn’t quite as active. He claims to have a concealed carry license but isn’t as strong of a supporter of the 2nd amendment as some would like.

The problem?

Well, there isn’t one really. As long as he passes and approves legislation that helps those who hold their firearms near and dear to their heart he will be fine. The sentiment remains, however, that seeing him “walk the walk” a bit more would be nice.

While these three options certainly aren’t a comprehensive list, they would be a great start to help sooth the tensions of some of American’s staunchest proponents of the right to bear arms. In addition to more widespread use of guns, another important thing Mr. Trump should focus on is working on some national gun safety campaign. Most people who support the 2nd amendment are very sober in their understanding of guns; guns are very dangerous. Mr. Trump may add some legitimacy to his stance on both sides by taking a look at things that can be done to increase gun safety at the federal level.

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