Poll shows rise in gun ownership among Republican women as Democratic men's ownership declines

A recent Gallup poll shows an increase in gun ownership among Republican women, rising from 19% to 33% since 2012. In contrast, gun ownership among Democratic men has dropped by seven percentage points to 29%. Overall gun ownership in the U.S. remains around 30%. The increase among Republican women offsets declines in ownership among Democratic and independent men, while Republican men still lead in ownership rates at 60%. The poll suggests that political beliefs may increasingly influence gun ownership trends. Despite Vice President Kamala Harris' recent announcement of her gun ownership, many Republican women view it as insincere.