"We are still trying to assess why the ATF let this go through in the first place," the Speaker added.
"It makes sense that this is a regulation that probably shouldn't have happened in the first place," the Speaker said, giving no indication that he thought the Congress should act on legislation related to the matter.
In the House, lawmakers from both parties have come together on a bill that would ban 'bump stocks' from sale in the United States - but there's no sign at this point that GOP leaders would schedule such a plan for a vote.
"For the first time in decades, there is growing bipartisan consensus for sensible gun policy, a polarizing issue that has deeply divided Republicans and Democrats,” said Rep. Carlos Curbelo (R-FL), who introduced the bill along with Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA).
"It is time for Democrats and Republicans alike to find the courage to act," Moulton added in a joint statement.
For some, the idea of a law is much better than a regulatory change as suggested today by the Speaker.
"We need to codify into law a ban on bump stocks<" said Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-PA). "These are killing machines."
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