#ICYMI#: ATF leaders joined our law enforcement partners at #IACP2026# to highlight ATF's priorities in combating violent crime, strengthen collaboration, and showcase #CrimeGunIntel# tools. More at #WeAreATF#

.@ATFDirectorRC spoke with FFLGuard TV about why doing the right thing by the American people is personal for him. Watch the full interview at #WeAreATF#

#ICYMI#: Through advanced crime gun intelligence sharing and strong partnerships with Canadian law enforcement, ATF helped dismantle an international firearms trafficking conspiracy that moved guns into Canada via the Northern Border. ➡️See CNN’s recent coverage of how #CrimeGunIntel# is helping solve cross-border cases at #WeAreATF#

Is ATF scrolling through 4473s to build a list of gun owners? No. ATF doesn’t have access to FFLs’ 4473s if they are still in business. @ATFDirectorRC explains how a firearms trace actually works. More at #WeAreATF#

.@ATFHou led a coordinated multi-agency operation across East Texas this week, resulting from a 2022 firearms burglary investigation in Jasper. Seven suspects were taken into custody, with an eighth already incarcerated on an unrelated charge. “These arrests demonstrate exactly what can be achieved when federal, state, and local partners unite behind a shared mission,” said ATF Houston Special Agent in Charge Michael Weddel. “Our investigators worked relentlessly to identify those responsible and bring them to justice." Thanks to our partners from the Texas Department of Public Safety, Jasper Police Department, @USMarshalsHQ Angelina County Sheriff’s Office, Lufkin Police Department, Homeland Security Investigations-Beaumont, @FBI Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force, and the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office. More at #WeAreATF#

Did the NFA changes weaken background checks? No. Every FFL sale still requires a Form 4473 and a background check. As @ATFDirectorRC puts it, “The depth of the background check is the same.” Watch the full interview at #WeAreATF#

ATF’s National Integrated Ballistic Information Network has generated more than 1.2M leads from ~7.7M pieces of ballistic evidence. In FY 2025 alone, 418 NIBIN locations generated 193K+ new investigative leads offering a faster, smarter way to link shootings and disrupt violence. Learn how law enforcement agencies are using #NIBIN# to bridge cases across jurisdictions and solve more shootings at #CrimeGunIntel# #WeAreATF#

In the early hours of October 31, a fire tore through the @SenatobiaPolice station. @ATFNewOrleans Special Agent Certified Fire Investigators were on scene shortly after the fire started and determined this was a criminal act. Less than 48 hours after that determination, agents tracked the suspect to Huntsville, Alabama, and took him into custody with the help of @HSVPolice and the @MissDPS. @NDMSNews continues to lead this active investigation. If you have information, call 1-888-ATF-TIPS. #WeAreATF#

ATF is on the ground in Clermont County, Ohio, bringing specialized technical expertise with the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network capabilities to support local law enforcement efforts in fighting gun crime. This mobile hub, based at @ClermontSheriff, will serve as a base for analyzing crime scene evidence and spent shell casings which will help investigators quickly connect violent crimes, identify offenders, and hold violent criminals accountable. Together, we’re working to reduce violent crime and protect our communities. More at #WeAreATF# #CrimeGunIntel# #NIBIN# @ATFColumbus

🚨 This Week at ATF: ATF arrested multiple gang members, helped secure guilty pleas for traffickers with cartel ties, assisted in arson investigations, led and joined law enforcement surges in cities nationwide, and took violent criminals off the streets. Our fight against violent crime remains relentless as we work every day to build safer communities across the nation. ➡️ ATF-FBI HSTF investigation led to guilty pleas in Material Support to Terrorism for Mexican-national with cartel ties ➡️ Arrested 45 in Nashville during Operation Last Call ➡️ Arrested 7X felon in South Carolina ➡️ Helped secure 20-year sentence for Oklahoma arsonist with investigation ➡️ Visited industry members to strengthen collaboration ➡️ Supported surge operations in Austin, Texas, netting ~40 defendants ATF remains committed to removing violent criminals, arsonist, and firearms and drug traffickers from neighborhoods across the country. Learn more at #WeAreATF#