What happened: The NRA and other US gun rights advocates have criticised Trump administration officials after comments suggesting armed citizens risk being lawfully shot during incidents like the Minneapolis shooting.
Why it matters:
- Highlights tensions between gun rights groups and government officials on public safety messaging.
- Affects gun owners concerned about legal risks when carrying firearms in self-defence.
MNN Take: The dispute reflects ongoing debates in the US over gun rights and the legal boundaries of self-defence amid high-profile shootings.
Sources: BBC US & Canada