The states seek to block the returns of forced reset triggers (FRT) to their owners that the ATF confiscated.
Anti-gun States Sue to Block Return of Forced Reset Triggers
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Supreme Court Rejects Mexico’s Lawsuit Against Smith & Wesson
In a rare unanimous decision, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that Mexico can not successfully sue Smith & Wesson and six other gun companies for the misuse of their products by drug cartels in Mexico.
ATF–DEA Merger in 2026 Budget Proposal Uncovered
Instead of reigning in the ATF, the merger could expand the Bureau’s power with even less oversight than before.
Supreme Court Refuses to Hear AR-15 and Magazine Ban Cases
The Supreme Court of the United States refused to hear a case challenging Maryland’s “assault weapons” ban and a case challenging Rhode Island’s “large capacity” magazine ban.
HPA Passes House in Trump’s Big, Beautiful Bill
Section 2 of the Hearing Protection Act (HPA) has been added to the House of Representatives’ reconciliation bill.
Government Admits Defeat in Forced Reset Trigger Battle
The forced reset trigger (FRT) saga has come to an end with the Department of Justice and the ATF backing down in federal court.
Gun Owners Kill Compromise Bill That Kept Suppressors on the NFA
The reconciliation bill that included lowering the tax stamp fee for suppressors but kept the device on the National Firearms Act of 1968 failed to pass the floor vote.
Silencer Central’s Suppressor Lobbying Sparks Controversy Over NFA Deregulation Stance
A bombshell controversy is shaking the suppressor industry. Lobbying disclosures show Silencer Central funded efforts tied to “suppressor tax stamp conservation,” raising serious questions about whether the company quietly supports keeping silencers under the NFA.
GOP House Members Fail to Remove Suppressors From The National Firearms Act
While $0.00 tax cost is an improvement for hearing protection, Republican lawmakers bowed to special interests and chose political convenience over principle.
Sources: Chris Cox & Rep Kustoff Allegedly Lobbying for $5 Suppressor Tax – UPDATE Both Issue Strong Denials
The Hearing Protection Act (HPA) might be in trouble in the House Ways and Means Committee, and anti-gun lobbyists are NOT the ones holding it up. Take Action!
HPA and SHORT Act Stalled in Committee, Last Chance for Gun Owners to Act
The Hearing Protection Act (HPA) and the Stop Harassing Owners of Rifles Today (SHORT) Act have stalled in the House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee.
Trying Out The Franklin Armory BFSIII AK-C1 Binary Trigger
Franklin Armory asked if I would try out their BFSIII AK-C1 trigger. That is like asking a fat kid if they would like candy.
Government Opposes Compassionate Release of Gun Tuber Matthew Hoover For Terminal Medical Condition
Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) Laura Cofer Taylor is trying to block the compassionate release of Matthew Hoover, who is suffering from a terminal illness.
ATF Changes Policy On NICS “Pre-Crime” Monitoring
Any new monitoring must be approved by the ATF Special Agents in Charge (SACs) and the Deputy Assistant Director (DAD). This change prevents rogue agents from using the system for their own needs.
Another Anti-gun ATF Employee Purged, Who is Next?
Epstein has been at the heart of what a lot of the pro-gun community considers problems. He was the author of the “engaged in the business” (EIB) rule, which many consider backdoor gun control.
Gabbard Declassifies Documents Filled With Gun Control
Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard has declassified the Biden Administration’s Strategic Implementation Plan for Countering Domestic Terrorism. Uncovered in the documents is the Democrats’ plan for gun control.
Another ATF Bureaucrat Removed From Office
Another long-term ATF employee is out as the purge of anti-gun advocates continues. The latest casualty, Megan Bennett, has been forced to retire.
ATF Launches Raids on 3D Printing Enthusiasts for Making NFA Items
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) conducted multiple raids across the country, targeting members of the 3D printing community.
NFA Charges Dropped Against Man with a Braced Pistol
The Department of Justice has filed a motion to dismiss a case against Taylor Taranto for violations of the National Firearms Act of 1934 (NFA).
Bill Introduced to Strip the IRS of Guns and Ammo
U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-AL) has introduced a bill to disarm Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agents.
Senator Rand Paul Launches an Investigation Into NICS Monitoring
Senator Rand Paul is launching an investigation into the ATF’s use of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS).
Leak Reveals Deputy Marvin Richardson Forced Out at ATF
Long-time ATF Deputy Director Marvin Richardson has been dismissed from his post after being forced to retire.
DOJ Announces Second Amendment Task Force
The DOJ announced the formation of the “Second Amendment Enforcement Task Force,” setting off praise from the gun rights community and drawing the ire of the anti-gun syndicate.
Daniel Driscoll to Be Named New ATF Acting Director
Daniel Driscoll will take the reins of the ATF from Acting Director Kash Patel, who will continue as Director of the FBI.
ATF to Review Pistol Brace Rule After Trump’s Order
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) announced it will review the pistol brace rule.
ATF’s War on Gun Stores Ends, Zero-Tolerance Policy Repealed
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the repeal of the ATF zero-tolerance policy that has shut down gun stores across the country.
FOIA Shows NICS Being Used to “Monitor” Legal Gun Owners in California
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has been using the system to monitor Americans from California to see if they are violating state law with their gun purchases.
DOJ Launch Investigation Into Second Amendment Violations by the LASD
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the initiation of a new “pattern or practice” civil rights investigation focusing on potential violations related to the Second Amendment of the United States Constitution by the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department (LASD).
Supreme Court Upholds Biden’s “Ghost Gun” Ban
The United States Supreme Court has upheld the Biden era “Ghost Gun” rule by a 7-2 margin.
DOJ Lawyer Argues Suppressors are Not Protected Arms Then Reverses Course
Explore the legal implications surrounding suppressors and Second Amendment rights following the US v. Peterson decision.
