Justice Department sues Virginia and California over assault‑weapon and Glock bans

The Justice Department filed lawsuits challenging recent gun restrictions in two states. In Virginia, the suit targets a ban on semiautomatic assault rifles. In California, the action contests a prohibition on Glocks and Glock‑style pistols. The department contends both measures conflict with the Second Amendment. The lawsuits were filed by the federal government on behalf of the United States. State officials are expected to defend the bans in court. The cases could shape future interpretations of federal gun‑rights jurisprudence. Legal analysts say the outcomes may affect other states’ firearm regulations.