U.S. Judge Dismisses Mexican Lawsuit Against Gun Manufacturers

A U.S. judge has dismissed a $10 billion lawsuit filed by the Mexican government against six American gun manufacturers, including Glock and Sturm, Ruger, citing insufficient jurisdictional ties to Massachusetts. The court ruled that Mexico failed to provide concrete evidence linking the companies' activities to the gun violence experienced in Mexico. While the lawsuit against these six firms has been dismissed, a seventh manufacturer and a gun wholesaler still face claims. This ruling is part of a broader legal battle over gun manufacturers' responsibilities in the context of firearms trafficking, with Mexico asserting that 70% of weapons used in its violent drug trade originate from the U.S. The case has already seen multiple legal twists, including an earlier dismissal under the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, which shields manufacturers from liability for criminal misuse of their products. The Mexican government is currently evaluating its options following this latest ruling.