Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit with the Texas Supreme Court in an attempt to block the State Fair of Texas’ new gun ban. The State Fair announced earlier this month that it would prohibit attendees from bringing firearms onto the fairgrounds, citing safety concerns.
Paxton argues that the fair’s decision to ban guns violates state law, which allows licensed gun owners to carry firearms in most public places. He also claims that the fair’s reasoning for the ban, including concerns about mass shootings and accidents, is unfounded.
The Attorney General’s office has requested an emergency stay to prevent the fair from enforcing the ban while the lawsuit is pending. Paxton’s office argues that the ban infringes on the rights of law-abiding gun owners and poses a threat to public safety by creating a gun-free zone where criminals could potentially target unarmed individuals.
Supporters of the gun ban argue that allowing firearms at the State Fair poses a risk to the safety of attendees, particularly in light of recent mass shootings in public places. They believe that the fair has the right to implement policies to ensure the safety of all visitors.
The Texas Supreme Court has not yet made a decision on whether to grant the emergency stay requested by Paxton’s office. However, the outcome of this legal battle could have far-reaching implications for gun rights and public safety in Texas. The State Fair of Texas is scheduled to begin on September 24th, and the controversy surrounding the new gun ban is likely to continue until a resolution is reached.
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