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3-D Printed Chaos

We’ve got a technological dilemma on our hands. 3-D printers were supposed to be the innovation that aided in the creation of small objects and pieces to other equipment. It was meant to be an aid, not a lethal weapon producer. That was until the “ghost gun” was introduced, and the blue prints were to be uploaded online.

The controversy starts with Cody Wilson, who created blue prints for an accessible weapon. 5 years ago, the government shut down his website, but a landmark ruling has just made it so he can upload his blueprints to the internet.

This means that anyone with access to the internet and a 3-D printer will be able to print their own weapon. Gun control advocates are going crazy. These newly printed objects will be untraceable and will expand the number of people who can get their hands on firearms.

While not legal just yet, the White House is already addressing the issue of the Department of Justice allowing this ruling to go through. Certain federal judges, like those in Seattle, are taking person strides to make sure these blue prints do not get uploaded for the public to see.

Regardless of what happens, this controversial debate is sure to get fired up once again.

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