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DOJ Sues Virginia Over New "Assault Weapon" Ban, Citing Second Amendment Violations

2 Jul 2026 7:18 a.m. · Source: The Virginia Public Access Project

The U.S. Department of Justice has sued Virginia over its new "assault weapon" ban, effective Wednesday, citing Second Amendment violations amidst legal challenges. Vice President Vance visited NAS Oceana, and Martinsville's former city manager was fired for misconduct.

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