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FBI Reports Background Checks Hit Record High in June
NICS data shows surge in firearm purchase screenings amid market volatility
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✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (FBI) The FBIs National Instant Criminal Background Check System processed 3.4million checks in June 2025, setting a new monthly record. Officials attribute the increase to rising geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty driving firsttime buyers. FBI spokesperson Aaron Delgado noted that while checks do not equate directly to sales, they remain a key indicator of market demand.