You can actually have your rights restored
If they fund that department, Bush the first stopped funding the ATFs rights restoration program years ago. But it still exists
Q: I want information on relief of federal firearm disability? (I am a felon but want to own a firearm, how do I get my privilege restored?)
Persons convicted of a state offense may contact the office of the attorney general in the state where their conviction occurred, or the state’s Department of Justice, for information concerning restoration alternatives that may be available. (For example, the state may have a procedure for a gubernatorial pardon, a set-aside or expunction of the conviction, or a restoration of firearm rights.)
Persons convicted of a
federal offense may elect to apply for a presidential pardon. Information on applying for a presidential pardon may be obtained at:
U.S. Department of Justice
The Pardon Attorney’s Office
1425 New York Avenue, NW, Suite 11000
Washington, DC20530USA
Voice (202) 616-6070