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The Supreme Court unanimously dismissed Mexico's $10 billion lawsuit against U.S. firearm manufacturers. The lawsuit alleged the companies' practices fueled cartel violence in Mexico. The court ruled that Mexico failed to demonstrate the manufacturers knowingly allowed gun trafficking, citing a 2005 law shielding gunmakers from liability in most crime-related cases. This decision overturns a lower court ruling and follows arguments from manufacturers including Smith & Wesson, Beretta, Colt, and Glock. Mexico argued the case was in its early stages, but the justices disagreed.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.