Money from arms manufacturers and interest groups alike go into the pockets of politicians. All three parties see a nice chunk of change come their way whenever some new law or regulation gets proposed. As much posturing as all sides do, firearms will never be banned outright. They're not going to let their bottom line take that much of a hit.
I don't think they would ever have to choose between the two. They already have complete control over the public without having to take their weapons, and can actually continue arming the populace with no risk to themselves. It's not like any meaningful coordination to strike against them would be made. By the time any they would make any actual, concerned effort to outlaw firearms, it will be out of their hands.
Money from arms manufacturers and interest groups alike go into the pockets of politicians. All three parties see a nice chunk of change come their way whenever some new law or regulation gets proposed. As much posturing as all sides do, firearms will never be banned outright. They're not going to let their bottom line take that much of a hit.
I don't think they would ever have to choose between the two. They already have complete control over the public without having to take their weapons, and can actually continue arming the populace with no risk to themselves. It's not like any meaningful coordination to strike against them would be made. By the time any they would make any actual, concerned effort to outlaw firearms, it will be out of their hands.