Federal Judge Upholds Oregon's Measure 114 as Constitutional, Defending Gun Control Law

A federal judge in Oregon has ruled that the state's new gun safety rules, including a ban on large capacity magazines and a permit requirement for firearm purchases, do not violate the US Constitution. The judge found that these regulations are in line with the nation's history and tradition of regulating dangerous features of weapons to protect public safety. The ruling comes after a weeklong trial challenging the constitutionality of Oregon's new gun laws, which were approved by voters last year. The judge's decision aligns with a similar ruling in a Washington state firearms case. However, the implementation of the gun safety measures remains blocked by a state court, with a trial scheduled for September.