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Federal Appeals Court Declares New Jersey's Assault Weapons Ban Unconstitutional

A federal appeals court has ruled that New Jersey's bans on assault firearms and high-capacity magazines are unconstitutional, marking a significant legal precedent. This decision comes as the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to review similar bans across the country.

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