News & Stories Politics What the bump stock ban could mean for guns in the U.S. Martin Kaste June 14, 2024 / 1:36 pm In this Oct. 4, 2017 file photo, a device called a "bump stock" is attached to a semi-automatic rifle at the Gun Vault store and shooting range in South Jordan, Utah. The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a Trump-era federal ban on bump stocks. Following the 2019 ban, tens of thousands of the devices were destroyed by owners or handed over to authorities. AP The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a federal ban on the devices, which could have wider implications for what qualifies as a machine gun. Why you can trust KUOW Recommended Stories In Trump-leaning Yakima County, Latino voters express mixed feelings November 22, 2024 In bright blue King County, these Trump voters are feeling good November 19, 2024 Here's who's running for King County executive (so far) November 18, 2024