A Rasmussen Reports survey published August 25, 2026, indicates support for stricter gun control has edged down among likely U.S. voters since late 2024.
What the poll found
Rasmussen Reports states that 48% of likely U.S. voters believe the United States needs stricter gun control laws, down from 51% in October 2024. The survey was conducted on August 13 and 16–17, 2026, according to Rasmussen.
The polling firm also reports that 46% say they would vote for a congressional candidate who promised to completely ban semi-automatic and “assault”-type weapons.
High court backdrop
The source text notes the Supreme Court of the United States has agreed to hear a case concerning bans on “assault‑style” weapons. SCOTUSblog summarized the issue as whether the Second and Fourteenth Amendments guarantee the right to possess AR‑15 platform and similar semiautomatic rifles. A decision is expected by early summer 2027, per the source text.
Why it matters
The Rasmussen figures suggest fewer than half of likely voters currently favor tighter gun laws, while less than half would back a candidate pledging a complete ban on semi-automatic and “assault”-type weapons. The Supreme Court case could affect future debates over proposed bans on AR‑15s and similar rifles.
