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Sen. Murphy Pushes $4,709 NFA Tax Just Weeks After Congress Voted to End It
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A newly submitted Senate amendment aims to reverse a key victory for gun owners: the elimination of the $200 tax on National Firearms Act (NFA) items. Senate Amendment 2973, introduced by Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT), would raise the tax on NFA-regulated firearms such as…
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How Not to Look Like an Irresponsible Gun Owner
Have you ever watched gun fail videos on YouTube and been appalled at the stupidity of some gun owners? One of the most tragic incidents occurred in 2019 when a man whose restored WWII Army jeep was on display at a show left a loaded, Condition 0 1911 in the jeep and allowed children to climb...
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Gun Rights Groups Sue New Jersey Over Silencer Ban: Say It’s Unconstitutional
TRENTON, NJ — A coalition of Second Amendment organizations and individual plaintiffs has filed a federal lawsuit against New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin and State Police Superintendent Patrick Callahan, challenging the state’s complete ban on the possession of firearm suppressors.…
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Congressman Introduces FIRE Act to End Magazine Capacity Restrictions Nationwide
WASHINGTON, DC — In a bold move to safeguard Second Amendment rights, Congressman Tony Wied (WI-08) introduced the Freedom from Improper Regulation and Enforcement (FIRE) Act on July 17, 2025. The proposed legislation would ban federal, state, and local governments from restricting firearm…
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California Sued Over Open Carry Ban in Baird v. Bonta — Ninth Circuit Hearing Could Change Everything
A potentially precedent-setting gun rights case returned to federal court last month, when a three-judge panel of the Ninth Circuit heard oral arguments in Baird v. Bonta, a challenge to California’s effective ban on openly carrying a loaded firearm in public. I hadn’t been tracking this case…
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Forced Entry Turns Fatal: Homeowner Shoots Man Who Kicked in Front Door
REDBY, MN — A suspected intruder was fatally shot after forcing entry into a home in the Redby District on July 9, 2025, according to the Red Lake Department of Public Safety. Red Lake Dispatch received a 911 call from a homeowner reporting that a male subject had kicked open the front door to...
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Feds Allow Agencies to Mail Guns — But Ban You? GOA Says Enough
ALTOONA, PA — Gun Owners of America (GOA), the Gun Owners Foundation (GOF), and Pennsylvania resident Bonita Shreve have filed a federal lawsuit challenging a nearly century-old law that prohibits ordinary Americans from mailing handguns through the United States Postal Service. The suit, filed…
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Redmond Employee Shoots Alleged Car Thief in Self-Defense After Late-Night Confrontation
REDMOND, WA — A late-night confrontation over a suspected car theft escalated into a defensive shooting outside a business near the 15800 block of Redmond Way on July 6, according to Redmond Police. The incident unfolded around 11 p.m. when an employee from a nearby establishment spotted an adult...
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Concealed Carry Expanded: Wyoming Officially Ends Most Gun-Free Zones
CHEYENNE, WY — House Bill 0172, known as the Wyoming Repeal Gun-Free Zones Act, officially went into effect on July 1, 2025, removing most location-based restrictions on concealed carry across the state. Here’s what gun owners and the public need to know now that the law is active: Where You Can...
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Armed Camper Defends Himself After Intoxicated Man Aims Rifle During Dispute Over Driving While Drunk
BLACK BEACH, WY — A late-night camping trip turned violent on July 5 when an attempt to stop an intoxicated man from driving ended in gunfire, leaving two people injured at a remote site between Black Beach and Cottonwood campgrounds in Natrona County. According to the Natrona County Sheriff’s...
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Who Do Gun Owners Trust Most for Ammo? Here’s What the Data Shows
In today’s crowded online ammo market, finding a reliable and reputable source can be a gamble. With countless retailers vying for your business, it’s easy to get burned by poor customer service, slow shipping, or questionable business practices. That’s why third-party reviews and verified…
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Louisiana Man Shoots Co-Worker in Self-Defense After Co-Worker Repeatedly Strikes Him in the Head
KEITHVILLE, LA — A workplace dispute turned violent Friday morning in Caddo Parish, leading to a justified self-defense shooting, according to local authorities. Around 11 a.m. on June 27, deputies from the Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a shooting in the 3200 block of...
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Homeowner Shoots Armed Intruder After Suspect’s Gun Misfires During Alleged Attack
ELKHORN CITY, KY — A home invasion turned violent in the Elkhorn City community of Pike County on the evening of June 30 when an armed intruder reportedly attempted to shoot a homeowner and a woman inside the residence. Kentucky State Police responded to the incident on West 5th Street following…
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NFA Tax Removed but Fight Continues as ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Heads Back to House
Washington, DC – In a fast-moving turn of events, Congress has moved forward on the massive reconciliation One Big Beautiful Bill, but key pro-2A reforms have faced a Senate Parliamentarian blockage setting the stage for a fierce fight ahead. Below are two must-watch videos embedded to help…
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Does North Dakota Accept Non-Resident Carry Permits? Here’s What We Found Out
BISMARCK, ND – We recently received a question from a reader that prompted a deeper look into North Dakota’s reciprocity laws for concealed carry. Specifically, the question was whether North Dakota recognizes non-resident concealed carry permits from other states. The answer, as it turns out, is...
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UPS Employee Argument Ends in Gunfire; One Man Charged
HIALEAH, FL — A heated argument between groups of UPS employees escalated into a shooting outside a Hialeah shipping facility, resulting in one man being wounded and facing felony charges. The incident occurred Thursday at the UPS facility located at 969 East 56th Street. According to Hialeah...
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Governor Stein Vetoes Freedom to Carry NC Bill, Override Fight Looms
RALEIGH, NC — As expected, Governor Josh Stein has vetoed Senate Bill 50, the Freedom to Carry NC bill, which would have allowed law-abiding North Carolinians 18 and older to carry concealed handguns without a permit. The move sets up a major showdown in the state legislature over constitutional...
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Domestic Dispute Turns Deadly as Man Stabs Relative, Shot by Family Member
RIALTO, CA — A domestic disturbance turned deadly in Rialto on June 27 when a 29-year-old man was fatally shot after allegedly stabbing one family member and attempting to stab another during a violent incident at a residence on North Spruce Avenue. Police responded to a 9-1-1 call at…
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Armed Citizen Fires at Robbers After Woman Pistol-Whipped & Robbed in Chicago, Suspects Flee Unharmed
CHICAGO, IL — A concealed carry license holder opened fire on two armed robbers Tuesday morning in the West Loop after witnessing them assault and rob a woman at gunpoint, according to the Chicago Police Department. The incident occurred around 8:45 a.m. in the 1100 block of West Hubbard Street.…
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2A Victory: Louisiana Opens Concealed Carry to Non-Residents!
BATON ROUGE, LA — In a major win for Second Amendment advocates, Louisiana has officially enacted House Bill 407, removing residency restrictions for concealed handgun permits. Signed by Governor Jeff Landry, the new law—effective August 1, 2025—enables non-residents to apply for and receive...
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24 Attorneys General Unite and Demand Congress Pass National Concealed Carry Law
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — In a unified move to support Second Amendment rights, 24 state attorneys general, led by Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond and West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey, have formally urged Congress to pass H.R. 38, the “Constitutional Concealed Carry…
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Carjacker, 18, Shot Dead by Armed Citizen After Robbing Three People During Chicago Crime Spree
CHICAGO, IL – A concealed carry holder in Chicago ended a robbery spree last night. When the attacker went after his fourth victim, he learned the hard way that not everyone is an easy target. The final intended victim was a 36-year-old man who was unloading his car. The 18-year-old armed robber...
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Concealed Carry Expanded: PA and VA Finalize Firearm Reciprocity Agreement
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced this week that a new reciprocity agreement has been finalized with Virginia, officially allowing Virginia concealed carry permit holders to lawfully carry in Pennsylvania. While Virginia has long honored all valid out-of-state...
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“People That Want To Kill You Don’t Care About Your Feelings”
If you’ve seen the viral clip floating around where Indiana State Representative Jim Lucas says “I’m carrying right now,” you’ve probably also seen the meltdown that followed. Headlines screamed about him “brandishing” a firearm in front of students. Social media exploded with outrage. And, as...
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Masked Gunman Killed by Employee During Attempted Robbery at Sugar’s Crab Shack
RICHMOND, VA — A robbery attempt at a local restaurant ended in gunfire Thursday night when an employee shot and killed an armed suspect who entered the business wearing a mask and carrying a firearm. According to Richmond Police, the incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. at Sugar’s Crab Shack on...
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North Carolina’s ‘Freedom to Carry NC’ Bill Advances in House, Faces Possible Veto
RALEIGH, NC — Senate Bill 50, titled Freedom to Carry NC, continues to advance in the North Carolina House. On June 3, 2025, the bill was reported favorably and re-referred to the House Rules, Calendar, and Operations Committee after narrowly clearing the House Judiciary 2 Committee earlier that...
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Las Vegas Man Shot and Robbed for $40 at ATM — Why Situational Awareness Matters
LAS VEGAS, NV — A simple ATM stop nearly turned deadly for 22-year-old Bryson Chen, who was shot and robbed for $40 while withdrawing cash late at night. The shooting occurred March 10 on North Las Vegas Boulevard near Cheyenne Avenue, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department...
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Las Vegas Driver Shoots Knife-Wielding Attacker After Rear-End Road Rage Incident Turns Violent
LAS VEGAS, NV — What began as a minor fender bender quickly escalated into a fatal self-defense shooting Monday evening on the westbound 215 Beltway near Jones Boulevard, according to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). Police say the incident started when one driver rear-ended...
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Chicago Concealed Carrier Fires Back in Road Rage Shootout, Suspect Crashes Into Apartment Building and Flees on Foot
CHICAGO, IL — A road rage incident escalated into gunfire Tuesday night on Chicago’s Northwest Side, resulting in a car crashing into an apartment building but causing no injuries, according to Chicago police. The confrontation took place around 9:45 p.m. in the 7700 block of West Belmont Avenue…
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