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Big Changes Coming for Gun Owners Under Trump: says NRA-ILA’s John Commerford ~ VIDEO
Things are finally starting to shift. The DOJ is taking historic steps — launching a Civil Rights investigation over violations of the 2nd Amendment, something that’s never been done before.
ATF 2024 Fact Sheet Reveals Tough Year for Gun Dealers, Zero Tolerance Hits Hard
195 licenses were revoked, a 24% jump from the year before, while 1,488 more FFLs either surrendered their licenses or closed up shop — pressure from minor clerical mistakes being treated like major crimes.
Senator Dick Durbin, Anti-Gun Democrat, Retires After 44 Years—But Epstein Flight Log Questions Linger
Whatever the real reason for Durbin’s departure, one thing is certain: his exit is a major win for the firearm-owning public.
Montana Governor Hunts for Colorado Gun Makers Frustrated by New Laws ~ VIDEO
Montana’s Gov. Greg Gianforte is taking a shot across state lines in an effort to offer gun manufacturers a chance “to move back to America.”
Rep. Feenstra Reintroduces Legislation to Protect Second Amendment Rights of Tenants
This bill would prevent landlords from denying a tenant’s Second Amendment rights. “The right of Iowans to keep and bear arms is enshrined in our Constitution and shall not be infringed.
Do You Really Need to Be “Tariff-ied?” The Real Threat to Ammunition Prices!
There’s been a surge of speculation about rising ammunition prices, driven by new U.S. tariffs and concerns about international supply chains…
Montana Just Gave Gun Owners a Digital Second Amendment
Montana’s Right to Compute Act may be the most important pro-gun, pro-freedom law of the year—and it doesn’t mention guns once.
Virginia Assembly’s Veto Override Effort Previews Fall Elections
Virginia’s antigun lawmakers don’t know how to take a hint, but they’re giving a glimpse into what they intend to make an issue during statewide elections later this year.
The Left Discovers Milton Friedman & Free Trade, Wait What? ~ VIDEO
After President Donald Trump imposed broad tariffs, some of his left-wing critics began quoting economists like Milton Friedman, who adamantly believed in unilateral free trade.
Licensed Gun Owner & Marine Veteran’s Service Dog Shot by Police: Who’s Really at Fault Here? ~ VIDEO
We’ve seen this before—lawful gun owners being treated like threats simply for being armed. Add a barking dog to the mix, and suddenly the civilian becomes the enemy.
Ruger Appoints Ben Quinn as New Vice President of Strategy & Business Development
In this role, Mr. Quinn will be instrumental in shaping Ruger’s strategic direction, identifying and advancing growth initiatives, and driving critical business outcomes.
DHS Launches New Secret Service Recruitment Ad Featuring 13-Year-Old Honorary Agent DJ Daniel ~ VIDEO
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has unveiled a fresh, recruitment campaign aimed at attracting new talent to the United States Secret Service — and it’s already making waves.
New VP at CHPWS is Good News for RDS-Shooters
C&H Precision (CHPWS) has announced the addition of GW Ayers to their team. Ayers, a longtime industry powerhouse and retired Army SNCO, will be taking over Sales and Marketing.
When Bureaucrats Rewrite Law: What the Supreme Court’s Ghost Gun Ruling Means for Gun Owners & Small Businesses~ Deep Dive
Ever heard the term “ghost gun”? Well the ATF, just tightened its grip on unfinished firearms — and the Supreme Court let them do it.
Trump Administration Formally Ends Biden-Era War on Gun Dealers
Zero Tolerance was among the most infamous Biden-era tactics against a gun industry he had publicly declared “the enemy” during a televised debate.
Gun Lobby Congratulates New ATF Acting Director Daniel Driscoll
In addition to serving as Secretary of the Army, Acting Director Driscoll will oversee the bureau that regulates the lawful firearm industry in the United States.
New York Gun Grabbers Using Laws to Push Propaganda
The conditioning of people to fear and reject firearms is a big part of their mission. It’s a strategy that prepares the next generation of voters to support unconstitutional gun legislation.
Gun Lobby Praises DOJ & ATF Announcement Eliminating Biden-Era ‘Zero-Tolerance’ Policy
ATF is doing away with the Biden-era “zero-tolerance” policy that punished lawful and highly-regulated Federal Firearm Licensees (FFLs) for minor clerical errors.
Trump Administration Pares Back Anti-Gun CDC Center
“Many of the layoffs reported were in areas involving deaths and injuries from things other than infectious diseases. That included programs that track and prevent… gun violence.”
Rep. Hinson & Sen. Cotton Reintroduce Bill to Repeal Firearm Transfer Tax
Since 1934, gun owners wishing to purchase suppressors and short-barreled rifles have been forced to pay a $200 “sin tax” to the federal government.
New Mentorship Coalition Aims to Increase Opportunities in Shooting Sports, Hunting
The +ONE Mentorship Initiative is bringing new people into shooting and hunting—all while preserving our heritage. By making it easier to discover, access, and enjoy the shooting sports, +ONE helps grow our community one trusted introduction at a time.
Hatboro Barber Not Guilty After Shooting Neighbor in Self-Defense During Racially Charged Attack
A County jury has found former barber and Army veteran Maurice Byrd not guilty on all homicide charges in the fatal shooting of his neighbor, Stephen Strassburg, during a violent altercation…
SilencerCo Strengthens Leadership in Suppressor Advocacy with $370K+ in Contributions
SilencerCo’s financial contributions have directly impacted the American Suppressor Association’s ability to advocate for pro-suppressor reform across the United States.
Gun Lobby Commends Bicameral Bills to Halt State Excise Taxes on Firearms
States that are hostile to the firearm industry and Second Amendment freedoms have abused their ability to levy taxes on the sale of firearms and ammunition as a ‘sin tax.’
Montana Doesn’t Need a Centralized State Shooting Sports Complex
What Montana needs, are safe and suitable places for people to shoot throughout Montana that are a 20-minute drive from where people live, not a fancy central facility…
Gun Lobby Praises Pennsylvania Supreme Court Decision Upholding PLCAA
…a big win for regular American gun owners who rely on the availability and affordability of firearms. It prevents activist judges and lawyers from using lawsuits to punish lawful gun businesses for crimes and accidents they didn’t cause.
SAF Drops Major Lawsuit Challenging Colorado’s Excise Tax on Guns & Ammo
Second Amendment Foundation and its partners contend that the state’s 6.5% excise tax on the retail sale of any firearm, firearm precursor part, or ammunition is unconstitutional in that it impermissibly singles out the exercise of a constitutional right…
No Reload for Watchtower: Texas Gunmaker Files for Bankruptcy Amid Slumping Sales ~ VIDEO
Watchtower Firearms was reportedly $2.8 million in debt, with significant amounts owed to another firearms manufacturer and unpaid federal excise taxes…
TX: Defense Distributed Blocked from Selling CNC Machine in CA Amid 2nd Amendment Showdown ~ VIDEO
The judge claimed that there’s no “historical right” to build your own guns—at least without government approval. Really? The 2nd Amendment does not need the government’s permission!
