Sheriffs' groups ask Supreme Court to overturn 'assault weapon' bans
Groups representing thousands of U.S. sheriffs tell the Supreme Court that 'assault weapon' bans endanger law‑abiding citizens and should be struck down.
Organizations representing thousands of sheriffs across the U.S. are urging the U.S. Supreme Court to strike down so‑called 'assault weapon' bans in Cook County and throughout the country. The groups argue those bans endanger law‑abiding citizens and are asking the high court to invalidate them.