On Wednesday night, Stephen Colbert emphasized the need for more gun control regarding “long guns” after snipers utilized World War I-era bolt-action rifles to carry out an attack at an ice facility in Dallas.
Colbert made this comment while speaking with Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT).
During the start of their conversation, Colbert remarked:
Before we dive into other topics, I want to point out that you’ve been a relentless advocate for gun control for many years. And, like you know—and I believe most people here know—today brought yet another heartbreaking shooting, this time at the Ice Facility in Dallas. As of now, the details are limited. What goes through your mind when you hear about another incident like this?
“I’m frustrated with a president who tries to twist this moment for political gain rather than acknowledging that violence is escalating and preventing progress. It’s exhausting,” Murphy responded.
Colbert continued, expressing concern about gun access. “There’s been little progress on limiting access to long guns, and many of the firearms involved in these tragedies haven’t seen much restriction. I hope for a significant political shift in the US soon.”
The weapon implicated in the Dallas Ice attack was a bolt-action rifle with an 8mm chamber, often considered vintage from World War II and relatively simple in design.
For instance, after firing, the shooter must manually lift and pull the bolt back, eject the empty casing, insert a new round, and secure it in place.
So, what kind of regulations does Colbert suggest for these types of firearms?
AWR Hawkins is a second amendment columnist and a political analyst with experience in various realms concerning gun rights. Follow him on X: @awrhawkins.
