White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention marks first anniversary

The White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, created by Biden in September 2023 under Vice President Kamala Harris's direction, marks its first anniversary having coordinated 20+ executive actions across federal agencies. Actions include DOJ issuing the final rule on ghost guns (privately manufactured firearms without serial numbers), ATF clarifying dealer licensing requirements to bring more sellers into the background check system, DOJ establishing an office to assist states in implementing red flag laws, FDA issuing guidance on safe storage of firearms, and expanded background check implementation. Harris calls it the beginning of building a permanent federal infrastructure to address gun violence.