with someone is satisfactory. >> i don't think it's something that should be addressed at the federal level. this is a state issue. the second amendment is a federal statute but we do have background checks. each state has different background checks. here in california it's nearly impossible to get a weapon you have to wait a very long time. you have these things in place. i believe it's a bottom-up problem, not a top-down problem. for all the reasons rob just mentioned and you quoted ben shapiro i feel nervous about getting the government this type of power but i'm not in favor of it and furthermore i think trump has to tread lightly here because base, especially his rabid base is loyal but the second amendment is where most people stop. i think if he messes with this too much . steve: i think he's been careful on that. his comment was interesting there. >> it's like putting a needle. steve: there's an awful lot of people sitting there saying come on.