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2026-08-18 00:10:03

Federal Court Strikes Down Silencer Registration Requirements

Federal court strikes key National Firearms Act provisions, easing silencer and firearm purchase restrictions for Texas plaintiffs. Justice Department declined emergency appeal, leaving patchwork rules. Gun rights groups celebrate victory; advocates warn public safety risks. read more

2026-08-14 12:20:09

Federal Judge Strikes Down 90-Year-Old Silencer Restrictions

Federal judge reverses 92-year-old silencer restrictions, allowing unregistered purchases. Gun rights groups celebrate, while gun violence prevention advocates criticize the Justice Department for not appealing. Background checks remain required. read more

2026-07-28 15:50:05

New book reveals gun rights expanding as laws shrink

New York Times reporter Mike McIntire reveals gun companies and the NRA are expanding Second Amendment rights while shrinking gun laws, socializing children toward firearms and marketing a new masculinity. read more

2026-07-18 01:10:08

Federal appeals court strikes down New Jersey gun ban

A federal appeals court ruled New Jersey's assault weapons and high-capacity magazine bans unconstitutional, marking a first for such a state law. The decision contrasts with a recent Illinois ban ruling, as the Supreme Court prepares to review similar Second Amendment cases. read more

2026-06-25 17:40:05

Supreme Court strikes down vampire gun laws

The Supreme Court struck down state "vampire laws" requiring gun owners to get property owner permission before carrying firearms. In a 6-3 decision, the conservative majority ruled these laws unduly burden Second Amendment self-defense rights. read more

2026-06-25 16:40:07

Supreme Court Strikes Down Hawaii Gun Law

Supreme Court strikes down Hawaii law requiring gun owners to get permission before carrying concealed firearms onto private businesses like gas stations and restaurants, expanding Second Amendment rights in a 6-3 conservative ruling. read more

2026-06-18 15:40:10

Supreme Court sides with marijuana user on gun rights

The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that prosecuting a marijuana user for gun possession violated the Second Amendment, but avoided broader questions about addicts or felons. Justice Gorsuch cited vagueness in "unlawful user" definition. read more

2026-05-20 10:40:03

Gun groups celebrate golden age under Trump

Gun rights groups celebrate a "golden age" under Trump's second term, with DOJ repealing Biden-era rules like stabilizing brace restrictions. The administration sues states over gun laws, while gun control advocates warn of public safety risks. Legal battles loom. read more

2026-05-15 20:00:42

Virginia gun ban signed, lawsuits immediately filed

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed a ban on semi-automatic "assault firearms," sparking immediate legal challenges from gun-rights groups. The law, part of broader gun measures, takes effect July 1, aligning Virginia with other Democratic-led states. read more

2026-04-29 23:20:03

Justice Department rolls back 30 Biden-era gun rules

The Justice Department announced over 30 gun regulation changes, including repealing a Biden-era rule closing the "gun show loophole." Gun control activists condemned the move as dangerous, while Acting AG Todd Blanche called it the ATF's most comprehensive reform package. read more

2026-04-27 18:20:03

Proposed gun rule creates Catch-22 for trans Americans

Proposed ATF rules would require trans gun buyers to list birth sex on forms, creating a legal trap and enabling a federal registry. Gun rights and LGBTQ+ groups unite against the policy, warning it deters lawful purchases and targets minorities unconstitutionally. read more

2026-04-26 14:20:03

ATF accused of targeting transgender gun owners

Proposed ATF rules requiring birth sex on gun forms could create a "Catch-22" for trans buyers, deterring legal purchases and enabling government lists. LGBTQ+ gun groups see "explosive" membership growth amid fears of discrimination, uniting Second Amendment advocates against the policy. read more

2026-02-03 19:10:10

Pirros Gun Warning Sparks MAGA Backlash

Fox News host Jeanine Pirro faces MAGA backlash for threatening jail time for lawful gun owners who bring firearms into Washington, D.C., regardless of out-of-state permits, igniting a fierce debate over Second Amendment rights and local gun laws. read more

2026-01-27 16:40:08

Stewart, Cooper Slam Trumps Gun Rights Hypocrisy

Jon Stewart and Anderson Cooper criticized Trump and MAGA figures for hypocrisy after they blamed a protester's legal firearm for his shooting. They accused the administration of abandoning Second Amendment principles when convenient and lying despite clear evidence. read more

2026-01-26 19:10:38

NRA Breaks with Trump Over ICE Killing of Armed Citizen

ICE agents killed a licensed, holstered nurse in Minnesota, sparking rare criticism from the NRA and gun rights groups. The incident challenges pro-Trump narratives, highlighting tensions between Second Amendment ideals and federal authority. read more

2026-01-26 18:30:09

Trumps Gun Rights Reversal Sparks Fury

Trump officials blame a legally armed nurse killed by Border Patrol, citing his concealed pistol. This reversal angers gun rights groups who defend Second Amendment protections at protests. read more

2024-08-28 15:40:04

Massachusetts Court Reverses Ban on Switchblades Under Second Amendment

Massachusetts overturns 70-year ban on carrying switchblades, ruling they are protected under the Second Amendment as "arms." State's high court cites historical use and self-defense, challenging previous restrictions. read more

2024-04-17 16:40:10

Kari Lake, a fiery GOP Senate candidate, urged Americans to arm themselves ahead of the 2024 election. Lake suggested wearing a Glock as a defense while emphasizing the importance of the Second Amendment. Her statements hinted at potential violence during the intense election season. read more