STATEMENT: Giffords Lauds Biden Administration’s Announcement of Interim Director at ATF

Washington, DC — Giffords, the gun violence prevention group led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, released the following statement in reaction to Joe Biden’s selection of Arizona Prosecutor Gary M. Restaino as the interim director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives until a permanent leader is confirmed.

Peter Ambler, Giffords Executive Director:

“The ATF is the only federal agency tasked with addressing gun violence. In the midst of this unprecedented national surge in shootings, it is essential we have the strongest leadership at the agency. We’re grateful that the administration is committed with this appointment to ensuring that leadership.”

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