By John Q. Hosedrinker The news that the NYPD is preparing to revoke Donald Trump’s license to carry a gun after his felony conviction in New York is not only expected but also necessary. Let’s face it, does anyone really believe that Trump has ever actually used a firearm? If you handed him a loaded gun at a firing range, he would probably break every gun safety rule within seconds. His track record with firearms is so unimpressive that even his staunchest supporters, the MAGA crowd, would have a hard time trusting him with a gun.
The fact that Trump even has a custom .45, which he most likely didn’t purchase after being indicted, is concerning enough. The imagery of him fumbling with a gun in court, trying to follow Hunter Biden’s example, is almost comical. It’s clear that Trump doesn’t really care about guns or gun rights. He only adopted the stance because it aligned with his Republican image, along with his supposed support for Christianity and law and order. But we all know how he flouts these values when it suits him.
The idea of Trump losing his gun and nonchalantly saying that he has people who take care of such matters for him is not surprising. This is the same man who once infamously stated that he could shoot someone on 5th Avenue and not lose any voters. The implications of a raid of Trump Tower and what it may uncover are enticing, to say the least. But truly, what does he even need a gun for when he is constantly surrounded by an elite squad of bodyguards?
It’s stated in plain terms that felons are not allowed to carry guns or even own them, according to the law. So in this context, it’s baffling that the NYPD is merely preparing to revoke his license to carry a gun instead of confiscating all his firearms. The way he has so far skirted around the law and rules governing his conduct is quite alarming.
The image of Trump handling a firearm is almost laughable, given his apparent lack of experience and expertise with guns. It’s hard to imagine him being able to load and fire a gun with any level of accuracy or precision. His reluctance to engage with guns on a personal level, combined with his arrogant demeanor, makes this entire situation quite ironic.
Indeed, Trump’s inability to carry a gun may serve as a focal point for his critics, who may question how he can protect America without being able to carry a firearm. However, in the grand scheme of things, having a convicted felon as president yet disqualifying him for not being able to carry a gun seems slightly paradoxical. But isn’t this the reality of the political landscape we find ourselves in today?
In conclusion, the news of the NYPD preparing to revoke Trump’s license to carry a gun may be seen as a small victory for those who have been waiting for some form of accountability. It may not drastically change the political landscape, but it does shed light on the inconsistencies and contradictions within the system. So, let’s see what unfolds as this chapter in Trump’s post-presidential life continues to unravel.