James Harden’s Texas gun arrest in Houston over the weekend raises a bigger question: Why arrest someone over how he travels with a legally owned firearm?
James Harden Arrest Shows Even Texas Gun Owners Face Legal Traps
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GOA Petitions Virginia Supreme Court as “Assault Firearms” Ban Looms
GOA, GOF, VCDL, and John Crump have asked the Supreme Court of Virginia to step in before Virginia’s July 1 “assault firearms” and magazine ban takes effect.
Moser v. Nessel Challenges Michigan Pistol Purchase Permit & Registry
The NRA and Michigan gun rights groups have filed Moser v. Nessel, a federal Second Amendment lawsuit challenging Michigan’s pistol purchase permit and state-maintained handgun registry.
Virginia Assault Firearms Law Sparks Chaos as Sponsors Contradict Each Other
Virginia’s new “assault firearms” law is already creating confusion before enforcement begins, with the Senate and House sponsors offering conflicting explanations about what conduct is actually illegal.
Maryland Court Finds Gun Possession Alone Not Enough For Police Stop
The Appellate Court of Maryland ruled that police cannot stop and search a licensed gun owner based solely on the sight of a firearm, marking another important post-Bruen win for armed citizens’ constitutional rights.
Springfield Echelon 4.0C 9mm Pistol — $449 (38% OFF)
Bereli has Springfield Echelon 4.0C 9mm pistols marked down to $449.00, that saves you 38% off this compact optics-ready handgun.
PSA Classic AR-15 Complete Stealth Pistol Lower w/ HAR-15 Brace – $129.99
The PSA Classic AR-15 Complete Stealth Pistol Lower w/ HAR-15 Brace is now just $129.99, marked down from $159.99.
Sportsman’s Select Reman 9mm 124gr FMJ 1,000 Rounds – $204.24 w/ Code
Stock up and hit the range hard with this bulk deal on Sportsman’s Select Remanufactured 9mm 124 Grain FMJ — now just $204.24 at checkout with code ALAND5.
BLEM PSA Freedom AR-15 Rifle Kit 5.56 16″ Nitride — $349.99
PSA’s BLEM Freedom AR-15 rifle kit is on sale for $349.99. Get a 16-inch 5.56 NATO upper, BCG, charging handle, and lower build kit in one budget-friendly package.
Supreme Court Lets New York’s Anti-Gun Lawfare Continue in NSSF v. James
The Supreme Court declined to hear NSSF v. James, leaving New York’s gun-industry public nuisance law standing for now.
Why the Third Circuit Is Sitting on the Cheeseman and Koons Cases — They’re Waiting for SCOTUS
Two major Second Amendment cases are sitting before the Third Circuit, and the court’s silence may be strategic.
Ukraine Considers Civilian Firearms Reform and Armed Self-Defense
A deadly Kyiv supermarket attack has pushed Ukraine’s civilian firearms debate back into the spotlight, with Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko and President Volodymyr Zelensky signaling support for a modern law on civilian gun ownership and armed self-defense.
Court Delivers Crushing Blow to ATF’s ‘Engaged in the Business’ Rule
A Texas federal court has vacated ATF’s controversial “Engaged in the Business” rule, ruling that the agency exceeded the authority Congress actually gave it under the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
Virginia Gun Ban Lawsuit Argues Banned Arms Are Militia Arms
Simply put, as noted in the Statement of Facts, “The weapons banned by the act are the arms of the citizen militia.”
PSA Sabre Enhanced Mixtape Vol. 1 8″ .300 Blackout Pistol — $1,249.99
The PSA Sabre Enhanced Mixtape Vol. 1 8″ .300 Blackout Pistol listed right now for $1,249.99, putting this premium Sabre-series build within reach for shooters looking for a purpose-built suppressor host.
Winchester USA .300 Blackout 147 gr FMJ 200-Round Case – $143.92 With Code
Winchester USA .300 Blackout 147 Grain FMJ ammo is down to $142.40 for a 200-round case with code ALAND5 at Ammunition Depot, giving shooters brass-cased range ammo for about 71 cents per round.
The Supreme Court’s Sneaky-Important 2A Ruling is a Big Win for Gun Rights
The Supreme Court denied review in United States v. Cockerham, leaving in place a narrow Fifth Circuit ruling that rejected a lifetime federal gun ban as applied to a man convicted of failing to pay child support.
NRA Foundation Rebrands as 1791 Foundation Amid Fight Over $200 Million Treasury
The NRA Foundation, now calling itself the 1791 Foundation, controls a donor-funded treasury worth more than $200 million. The question now is whether governance reforms meant to protect the charity have instead handed control to many figures tied to the old NRA power structure.
PSA PA-15 5.56 AR-15 Rifle M4 Carbine BLEM – $479.99
The popular Palmetto State Armory PA-15 5.56 AR-15 Rifle 16″ Nitride M4 Carbine for $479.99 with free shipping!
Holosun ARO Red Dot & HM3X Magnifier Combo – $219.99
Palmetto State Armory is offering the Holosun ARO 2 MOA Red Dot with HM3X Magnifier Combo for $219.99, giving shooters a budget-friendly way to add a red dot and 3X magnifier setup to their rifle.
Sportsman’s Select Remanufactured .223 Rem 55gr FMJ 200 Rounds – $77.89 w/ Code
Sportsman’s Select Remanufactured .223 Remington 55gr FMJ ammo is on sale now at Ammunition Depot. AmmoLand readers can use code ALAND5 to get a 200-round bag for just $77.89.
Democrats’ HEAR Act Would Turn Millions of Lawful Suppressor Owners Into Felons
Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman’s HEAR Act is being sold as “gun safety,” but the bill text tells a different story. It would ban possession of suppressors, offer no broad grandfather clause for ordinary citizens, and create a federal buyback program for millions of lawfully registered owners.
Will a Texas Democrat Replace a Gun Control RINO in the U.S. Senate?
James Talarico says he believes in the Second Amendment, but his record in the Texas House and his calls for safe storage laws, background checks, and a “middle path” on gun control should put Texas gun owners on alert.
Glock: How The Polymer Pistol Changed the Handgun Market Forever
Glock helped push American handguns from revolvers and steel-framed pistols into the polymer, striker-fired era. This is how Glock changed the market.
Springfield Kuna 9mm Pistol With FSA Brace: $1,199.99 — Save $300!
Palmetto State Armory currently has the Springfield Armory Kuna 9mm Pistol with Strike Industries FSA Folding Brace on sale for $1,199.99. With its roller-delayed operating system, threaded 6-inch barrel, folding brace, and two included 30-round magazines.
Sportsman’s Select Remanufactured 9mm 115gr FMJ 1,000 Rounds – $194.74 w/ Code
Sportsman’s Select Remanufactured 9mm 115gr FMJ Ammunition 1,000 rounds available now, marked down to $194.74 after code at checkout.
Delaware Supreme Court Hears Challenge to Gun Ban on Adults Under 21
The Delaware Supreme Court heard arguments in Birney, a major challenge to HB 451, which restricts firearm ownership and possession by adults ages 18 to 20.
California Father Shoots, Kills Armed Intruder During Break-In
A California father ran toward danger after hearing screams and gunfire coming from his San Jacinto home. Authorities say he confronted a shotgun-armed intruder, returned fire, and survived.
When it Comes to School Safety, the Missouri Rangers Beat Fairy Godmothers Every Time
Missouri SB 905 would create a new class of trained school protection officers known as Missouri Rangers, giving school districts another option to defend students, teachers, and staff.
Virginia Judge Stays Crump v. Katz Hearing as July 1 Gun Ban Deadline Looms
A Lancaster County judge stayed proceedings in Crump v. Katz, delaying a June 12 emergency hearing while a three-judge panel considers whether several Virginia SB749 lawsuits should be consolidated or transferred.