Memphis Anti-Gun Ballot Plan Draws Ire Of State Republicans
A planned ballot referendum by Memphis, Tennessee, city officials to restore handgun carry permits and enact a municipal red-flag law is drawing swift retribution from some state leaders.
Specifically, the referendums would ask voters if they want to amend the city charter to restore handgun carry permit requirements, ban so-called “assault rifles” and impose “red-flag” rules to allow authorities to remove firearms from citizens if accused of being a threat to others.
However, Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton is threatening city leaders with financial repercussions if they go forward with the ballot initiative.