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ATF's struggle to close down firearms dealers

By Fred Schulte

February 1, 2013

Agency's crippled oversight of the industry means troubled gun dealers can stay open for years.

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Current gun debate may not help beleaguered ATF

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February 11, 2013

Badly flawed background check system fails to contain firearms sales

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