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According to a survey conducted in 2024, 47 percent of respondents  in the United States strongly supported banning assault-style weapons. Opinions were divided based on political party, with 70 percent of Democrats saying they strongly support an assault weapon ban and 24 percent of Republicans strongly opposing such a ban. 

Gun laws by state

As the Second Amendment of the Constitution allows for citizens to own firearms, many citizens take advantage of that. Gun ownership rates across the country have fluctuated slightly over the past 30 years, with Texas being home to the highest number of registered guns in the country. However, gun ownership laws vary by state, as some states are stricter than others. The federal government does not have many laws that control gun sales, so it is up to the states to create their own legislation. States such as New York, New Jersey, and California have banned military-style weapons, while many other states such as Florida and Texas still allow them.

Political opinions

Gun ownership is a highly contentious topic between the two major parties in the United States. 86 percent of registered voters identifying themselves as Democrats supported stricter gun control laws, while only 42 percent of Republican voters supported stricter firearm legislation.