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DOJ challenges Denver’s assault weapon ban

DOJ sues Denver to overturn its ban on semi-automatic rifles and high-capacity magazines.
WHO: U.S. Department of Justice; City of Denver
WHAT: Filed a lawsuit seeking to dismantle Denver’s local ban on semi-automatic rifles and high-capacity magazines
WHEN: May 5, 2026 at 3:38 PM ET
WHERE: Denver, Colorado
WHY: The DOJ says Denver’s local assault-weapon and high-capacity magazine ban should be overturned through federal court action.

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