¶ Overview
In 2025, Schutz asserted his support for Second Amendment rights. In response to a St. Paul assault weapon ban, Schutz said he opposed gun restrictions that prevent “everyday Minnesotans from defending themselves.” Instead, Schutz wanted to prevent gun violence through more mental health resources.
¶ Schutz Opposed Gun Restrictions Which He Said Were “Preventing Everyday Minnesotans From Defending Themselves”
October 2025: Schutz Said He Supported “More Mental Health Resources For Those Who Pose A Risk To Society,” But Opposed Gun Restrictions Which He Said Were “Preventing Everyday Minnesotans From Defending Themselves.” According to Schutz’s Twitter “I believe that Second Amendment Rights are fundamental to America. As Attorney General of Minnesota, I support more mental health resources for those who pose a risk to society, not preventing everyday Minnesotans from defending themselves.”
[Twitter, @RonforMNAG, 10/31/25]