USPS Proposes Rule Change to Allow Mailing of Handguns, Sparking Debate
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is considering a rule change that would allow the mailing of concealable firearms, such as pistols and revolvers, for the first time since 1927. This proposal follows a review by the US Justice Department, which argued that the existing law barring such mailings is unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. The USPS currently permits the mailing of long-barreled rifles and shotguns, provided they are unloaded and securely packaged. The proposed rule has garnered mixed reactions, with firearm advocacy groups supporting it as a victory for gun owners, while gun safety organizations express concerns about potential increases in gun violence. Public comments on the proposal were due recently, and the USPS is reviewing them before making a final decision. 
