Robert Cekada
Coverage of Robert Cekada in the Nexus archive.
- House Democrats Say Direct-to-Door Gun Sales Rule Would Endanger Americans
House Democrats criticized a proposed rule allowing direct-to-door gun sales, arguing it weakens federal firearms safeguards. They demanded the ATF analyze public safety impacts and highlighted concerns about online gun purchases bypassing in-person background checks. The rule, part of a 34-proposal reform package, has faced bipartisan debate over its potential effects on public safety.
- ATF cancels controversial commercial geolocation contract
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) canceled a contract with Penlink for ad-tech-based geolocation data after a congressional inquiry revealed over 340 searches using the tool. The pilot project, which provided location data through ad-surveillance technologies, was deemed ineffective. Sen. Ron Wyden praised the cancellation but urged Congress to pass legislation to regulate such practices.
- The Trump Administration Made a Big Show of Repealing a Biden-Era Gun Rule. It Never Amounted to Much Anyway.
The Trump administration, led by newly confirmed ATF Director Robert Cekada, repealed a Biden-era rule targeting the 'gun show loophole' by removing requirements for certain private sellers to obtain licenses and conduct background checks. Experts and a review by The Trace indicate the repealed rule had minimal impact on enforcement and did not lead to significant federal prosecutions.