DOJ Civil Rights Chief on 2A Lawsuits, Gun Bans & What’s Next | Gun Talk

DOJ Civil Rights Chief on 2A Lawsuits, Gun Bans & What’s Next | Gun Talk

From Gun Talk by Gun Talk Media

April 22, 2026 · 12 min

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Tom Gresham interviews Harmeet Dhillon about the DOJ's efforts to defend Second Amendment rights and the ongoing legal challenges related to gun laws.

At the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings, Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham is joined by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon to discuss the Department of Justice’s aggressive push to defend Second Amendment rights—and the legal battles unfolding across the country. Dhillon breaks down the DOJ’s response to controversial firearm legislation, including recent actions in Virginia, challenges to so-called “assault weapon” bans, and efforts to protect gun manufacturers from state-level overreach. She also shares insight into ongoing cases that could shape future Supreme Court rulings and what gun owners should expect moving forward. From federal lawsuits to training and advocacy, this conversation highlights the DOJ’s evolving role in protecting gun rights nationwide. DOJ lawsuits targeting state gun restrictions Legal challenges to semi-auto firearm bans Federal vs. state conflicts on gun laws Encouraging responsible firearm ownership & training For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube , Rumble , Facebook , Instagram , and X . Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun…

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