Recent data shows a notable increase in gun ownership among Republican women in response to perceived threats and concerns related to current political and social issues. This trend is attributed to a growing sense of insecurity stemming from factors such as a porous border, rising violent crime rates, and economic instability, prompting many women to view firearms as a crucial tool for self-defense and protection of their families.
The shift in gun ownership demographics reveals a slight decline in male gun owners, offset by a 5% rise in female gun ownership rates. Specifically, the percentage of Republican women owning guns has surged from 19% to 33% in recent years, surpassing the ownership rates of Democratic men. Republican men continue to hold the highest ownership rates at 60%.
