Repairing electronics and household appliances in the United States has become increasingly difficult due to legal and technical barriers, particularly those arising from copyright laws. The right-to-repair movement has emerged in response to these challenges, advocating for consumer rights to repair their devices without facing excessive costs or legal restrictions. Legislative efforts, such as the Warrior Right to Repair Act and the Repair Act, have been introduced to create a federal framework that facilitates repairs but are met with strong resistance from industry groups. The U.S. is the second-largest producer of electronic waste globally, generating about 43 lbs (19.5 kg) of e-waste per person annually, with only 25% being recycled. The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) has significantly impacted repairability by criminalizing the circumvention of proprietary software, which restricts third-party repairs. This situation has led to rising consumer frustration, with over 80% of Americans supporting the right to repair. The roots of these repair bans can be traced back to the 1980s and the legal battles surrounding new media technologies, highlighting a complex interplay between consumer rights and intellectual property protection.