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The Supreme Court’s “common use” test provides powerful protection for AR-15s and other widely owned firearms. Second Amendment plaintiff Charles Nichols argues, however, that the doctrine lacks a genuine historical foundation and makes constitutional protection depend on modern ownership numbers.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear consolidated challenges to AR-15 bans in Cook County and Connecticut. From the Trump Justice Department’s position to the battle over Heller’s common-use test, these are the major issues gun owners should watch as Viramontes and Grant move toward oral argument.
The PSA “M4A1” 14.5″ P&W 5.56 nitride quad-rail rifle is currently listed at $499.99 at Palmetto State Armory — a great price for a retro-rifle.
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The Justice Department says Act 9113 effectively bans standard-capacity AR-15 rifles and criminalizes common magazines already protected under the Third Circuit’s Cheeseman ruling.
Palmetto State Armory has reopened shipments of affected rifles and standard-capacity magazines to Virginia after the statewide injunction in Santolla v. Katz took effect July 21.
Smith & Wesson enters the .300 Blackout market with new M&P15 AXE SBR and pistol models built around eight-inch barrels and Gemtech’s suppressor-optimized GVAC gas system.
New Jersey State Police have notified gun dealers that the Third Circuit’s decision striking down the state’s semiautomatic rifle and standard-capacity magazine bans takes effect July 31, 2026. Dealers are still waiting for the state’s promised compliance guidance.
New Jersey’s attorney general and Senate president are attacking the Third Circuit after the en banc court struck down the state’s semiautomatic-rifle and magazine bans. Their public-safety rhetoric avoids the central problem: New Jersey failed to justify its restrictions under Bruen.
The en banc Third Circuit has struck down New Jersey’s bans on covered semi-automatic rifles and magazines holding more than ten rounds. The ruling confirms that “common use” belongs at Bruen’s second step, where the government bears the burden.
The PSA 11.5” 5.56 HAR-15 AR Pistol is on sale for $399.99, saving gun owners on a compact AR pistol with a nitride barrel, M-LOK rail, forged 7075 receivers, and H&R adjustable stabilizing blade.
Gun-control activists and hostile state officials are regrouping after major Second Amendment defeats in Hawaii and New Jersey. The reactions to Wolford and Cheeseman show that the anti-gun lobby will keep fighting even after its restrictions are ruled unconstitutional.
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Lindsey Graham’s gun-rights record was imperfect, but his role in confirming Gorsuch, Kavanaugh, and Barrett helped build the Supreme Court majority that delivered Bruen, Hemani, and Wolford.
PSA’s compact 11.5-inch 5.56 FDE upper is now $279.99 with a Carpenter 158 BCG and charging handle included—a $60 savings.
An en banc Third Circuit ruling invalidates New Jersey’s ban on semiautomatic rifles and magazines holding more than ten rounds. The decision creates the federal appellate split the Supreme Court will confront in Viramontes and Grant.
Virginia is asking a court to declare AR-15s and standard-capacity magazines outside constitutional protection. Its motion in Crump v. Katz also revives interest-balancing language rejected by the Supreme Court.
The Seventh Circuit has upheld Illinois’ ban on AR-15s and standard magazines, doubling down on Bevis just days after the Supreme Court agreed to hear Viramontes and Grant. Chief Judge Brennan warned the court is allowing Illinois to ban “the best-selling rifle in America and its standard magazine.”
The PSA Sabre-15 Forged 11.5” 5.56 Pistol packs premium upgrades into a compact AR pistol platform, including a Riflespeed adjustable gas block, Radian controls, MicroBest BCG, SBA4 brace, and Moss Green Cerakote finish. Now available at Palmetto State Armory for $1,044.99.
The Supreme Court’s decision to take up two major AR-15 cases shows the justices were not ducking the Second Amendment. Mark Smith argues the delay was strategic, setting up a cleaner fight over semiautomatic rifle bans in the October 2026 Term.
The Third Circuit has ordered fast supplemental briefing in New Jersey’s AR-15 and magazine ban case, asking both sides to address the impact of the Supreme Court’s latest Second Amendment rulings in Wolford and Hemani.
The Supreme Court agreed to hear a major Second Amendment case over AR-15-platform rifles, but the real impact could reach far beyond so-called “assault weapon” bans.
Gun-rights groups have opened a new front against Denver’s firearm restrictions, suing over the city’s so-called “assault weapon” ban and Colorado’s magazine limits just as the Supreme Court prepares to hear major AR-15 ban cases.
Palmetto State Armory has the Daniel Defense Complete Lower Receiver Group on sale for $499.99 as a Daily Deal. This USA-made complete lower includes an ambi safety, H buffer, flared magwell, and Daniel Defense furniture.
In 1976, many gun owners believed the Second Amendment was nearly lost. As America turns 250, the movement has delivered Heller, McDonald, Bruen, permitless carry in 29 states, and a Supreme Court showdown over AR-15 bans.
The PSA Sabre AR-15 is Palmetto State Armory’s move into a more serious rifle category. Travis Pike tests the Sabre 15 for accuracy, reliability, handling, controls, and whether it lives up to the duty-grade label.
The Daniel Defense DDM4V7P 10.3” 5.56 NATO AR Pistol is on sale at Palmetto State Armory for $1,199.99, marked down from $1,399.99.
ATF Director Robert Cekada announced that every Form 1 and Form 4 submitted by Virginians was processed before Virginia’s new gun restrictions were set to take effect July 1.
The Justice Department has stepped into Virginia’s fight over its new “assault firearms” ban, filing a federal lawsuit as state court injunctions already block enforcement of the July 1 law.
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear two major Second Amendment challenges to bans on modern semiautomatic rifles. For gun owners, Grant v. Higgins and Viramontes v. Cook County could become the long-awaited test of whether AR-15-style rifles are protected “arms.”
A packed Supreme Court docket may explain why AR-15 and magazine ban cases did not make the cut this term. But the next term could be a different story.
This post explains how to achieve a 50/200 yard zero, its benefits for AR-15 and .308 rifles, and offers step-by-step instructions.
