What Is An Assault Rifle

This video clarifies the definition of an "assault rifle" according to U.S. Army specifications, distinguishing it from the term "assault weapon" often used by gun control advocates. It explains that "assault rifle" specifically refers to selective-fire firearms chambered for intermediate cartridges, contrasting this with semi-automatic firearms which are the focus of current gun control debates. The description highlights a perceived political manipulation of terminology to mischaracterize civilian firearms and advocates for the Second Amendment.