Washington Gun Law President William Kirk, in his latest video, discussed what Donald Trump’s potential return to the presidency in January 2025 could mean for Second Amendment rights.
Kirk outlined what changes Trump could implement immediately, what might take longer, and what is unlikely to occur during his next administration.
“There are some things that can fix right away, but there are other things that are going to be kind of like turning around an aircraft carrier,” Kirk explained.
Immediate Changes Under Trump
Kirk highlighted actions Trump could take as soon as he steps back into the Oval Office. “Number one, [Trump] could fire Steve Dettelbach. I believe he will fire Steve Dettelbach,” Kirk said, referring to the current ATF director.
He criticized Dettelbach’s role in implementing controversial regulations, such as the pistol brace rule and zero-tolerance policies on Federal Firearms Licensees.
Kirk also pointed to the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, created under President Biden, as another target for immediate elimination.
“Its head is on the chopping block… do we really need the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention?” he asked.
Legislative Realities for Trump’s Agenda
Discussing national concealed carry reciprocity and constitutional carry, Kirk expressed skepticism about the immediate success of such legislation.
He referenced House Resolution 9534, sponsored by Representative Thomas Massie, but noted the political challenges ahead. “The likelihood that this is going to pass out of both chambers in its current format, I think, is pretty remote,” Kirk said.
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Kirk explained that even with slim majorities in Congress, pushing through comprehensive Second Amendment legislation under Trump would require time and compromise.
“If a version of this bill could be worked and passed out of both the House and the Senate, there is no doubt in my mind that President Trump would sign it,” he added.
Key Appointments in a Trump Administration
Kirk emphasized the critical role Trump’s Attorney General (Matt Gaetz) and ATF director appointments could play in shaping gun policy.
“What we simply need is a director of the ATF that’s going to start interpreting the bipartisan Safer Communities Act much differently,” he said.
He also speculated on potential legal actions a Trump-appointed Attorney General might take, such as withdrawing DOJ rules on firearms or challenging restrictive state gun laws.
Kirk admitted these moves would be challenging but not legally impossible.
“Could the Attorney General’s office actually sue the states to overturn those laws? It would be a unique move but one that would not be legally impossible,” he said.
Looking Ahead with Trump
Kirk cautioned gun owners against expecting an overnight transformation under Trump. “No, it’s not like the sun is going to rise again on January 20, 2025, and we’re not going to have anything to worry about,” he said.
He added that state-level gun control efforts would likely intensify in response to a Trump presidency.
Still, Kirk expressed optimism about Trump’s potential to reset federal gun policies.
“Clearly, the appointment of the Attorney General and an ATF director… would significantly change the entire playing field upon which the ATF operates,” he said.
Kirk concluded by urging viewers to stay informed. “Part of being the lawful and responsible gun owner… is to know what the law is in every situation,” he reminded.
What do you expect from Trump this time around?
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