The United States Postal Service (USPS) is weighing a proposal to allow the shipping of handguns through the mail for the first time in nearly a century, potentially undoing longstanding regulations. This move, supported by the Trump administration, has met with fierce opposition from a coalition of 22 states and various legal authorities, including attorney generals from California and New Jersey, who argue that it could exacerbate gun trafficking and pose risks to community safety. Critics have raised concerns about the implications of easing mailing restrictions on concealable firearms, warning that it could lead to increased crime and unlawful access to weapons. As the USPS considers this significant rule change, discussions continue to unfold around the potential impacts on public safety and the legality of firearm shipments via postal services.