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CA: Fresno needs leadership on gun violence, not symbolism
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In a recent op-ed, a Fresno County Supervisor defended the Board’s “Resolution in Support of the Second Amendment” as a proud affirmation of Central Valley values. But for many of us, especially those grieving loved ones lost to suicide, intimate partner violence or accidental shootings, this resolution feels like a hollow gesture at best and dangerous political theater at worst. |
NC: North Carolina governor vetoes another set of bills, including one on guns in private schools
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Democratic Gov. Josh Stein cleared his desk Wednesday of the deluge of bills passed to him from the North Carolina General Assembly last month, three of which he vetoed.
Stein topped off his veto total at 14 for this year's legislative session. One of the vetoes prolongs the extensive battle between the governor's office and GOP-controlled legislature over gun laws — an issue Republican lawmakers prioritized when they came to Raleigh.
Now that all of Stein's vetoes have been returned to the Legislative Building, possible veto override attempts could occur starting later this month. House Speaker Destin Hall reaffirmed that possibility in a post on the social platform X. |
Best MP5 Clone Buyer’s Guide
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Everyone wants an MP5, but nobody wants to pay HK prices. Here, we go over the top 5 MP5 clones that won’t break the bank.
Real MP5s from Heckler & Koch are full-auto, and very few of us are lucky enough to be able to afford a genuine transferable example. While much less expensive, even the semi-auto versions made by H&K are unfortunately out of most shooters’ price range. If on a budget, you may not be able to get the H&K logo on your receiver, but thankfully there are MP5 clones available now that will scratch the same itch for a fraction of the price. |
WY: One Dead In Pinedale Shooting, Possible Self-Defense Situation
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One person is dead following a Friday afternoon shooting in Pinedale, and self-defense is being investigated as a possible factor, authorities say.
The Sublette County Sheriff’s Office reported that it responded to a 1 p.m. shooting Friday in Pinedale between Tyler and Maybell Avenue.
One person is “confirmed deceased,” the sheriff’s office said in a Friday statement, adding that there is no danger to the public.
Sublette County Sheriff KC Lehr told Cowboy State Daily in a later interview that the shooting happened in an alley behind a restaurant, in a busy part of town but the area was not otherwise crowded.
Self-defense is being investigated as a possible factor, said Lehr, adding that investigators have questioned the shooter |
Adamiak: ATF’s machine gun charges are complete fiction
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It’s not difficult to gauge the ATF’s intent after they arrest Patrick “Tate” Adamiak. Their agents’ actions and the false evidence they presented in court—under oath—speak louder than words.
It’s also not difficult to understand why the ATF presented nothing but false evidence during Adamiak’s trial. The government had nothing but false evidence. Adamiak, who was an active-duty Navy E-6, had always been extremely careful about the gun parts he bought and sold on his personal website.
We have examined almost every single major evidentiary item and charge the ATF made against the young sailor. The last items are four unfinished, completely stripped 80% side plates for a belt-fed M240 machinegun. |
SD: Leading on 2nd Amendment Rights
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South Dakota is the freest state in America, and that holds extra true for our 2nd Amendment rights. We have a long history of recognizing the 2nd Amendment dating all the way back to our early homesteaders – in fact, I just saw a mock shootout in 1880 Town! Early homesteaders used their personal firearms to protect themselves from Wild West outlaws, and South Dakotans deserve the same ability to defend their families today.
South Dakota provides stronger 2nd Amendment protections than any other state. Several recent changes to both state and federal law have extended new protections for the right to keep and bear arms – and I am honored to have been part of making those changes happen. |
CA: ‘Not Anti-Gun At All’: Newsom’s Latest Attempt To Disguise His Rampant Leftism
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In his latest attempt to disguise his immeasurable leftism, California Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom insisted that he was “not anti-gun at all” after being given a gun by former Navy SEAL Shawn Ryan on the veteran’s podcast. California Democrat governor Gavin Newsom insisted that he was “not anti-gun at all.”
Ryan handed Newsom a “California-compliant” Sig Sauer P365 X-Macro pistol, prompting Newsom to respond, “The last thing people would expect is that I respect this gift.”
Ed.: What an outrageous liar. |
NY: Albany lawmakers propose bills to curb flare gun misuse after violent incidents
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In response to a series of violent incidents involving flare guns, including a house fire and a shooting over the Fourth of July weekend, lawmakers in Albany have introduced two bills aimed at restricting access to flare guns and penalizing their misuse.
Senator Patricia Fahy and Assemblymembers John T. McDonald III and Gabriella Romero announced the legislation, which seeks to close loopholes and address the growing trend of flare gun misuse in New York State. The Capital Region Crime Analysis Center reported that flare guns have been used in at least 12 crimes in the area over the past year. |
Federal's New Personal Defense HST 44 Rem. Mag Now Shipping
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Federal Ammunition has recently added a new HST 44 Rem. Mag. “Light Magnum” load featuring a specially designed hollow-point bullet, added to the Federal Premium Personal Defense product line. The new product is ideal for those seeking HST performance for self-defense with magnum revolvers. The latest load is currently being delivered to retailers nationwide.
Personal Defense HST, 44 Rem Magnum, 230 Grain, Jacketed Hollow Point |
CA: Another Bad Guy Brings A Knife To A Gunfight
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We’ve chronicled several times before the mistake sometimes made by violent criminals when they foolishly bring something—whether a knife, axe or other inferior weapon—to a gunfight.
Of course, in many cases, these attackers aren’t expecting a victim who responds with gunshots. Nevertheless, such episodes nearly always end up traumatic for the person wielding the inferior weapon, with a trip to the hospital—or even the cemetery—landing on their to-do list.
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India: Teen Thwarts Kidnapping with Quick Thinking and Geometry Compass
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A 16-year-old girl in Maharashtra's Thane district prevented her own kidnapping by using a geometry compass to attack the autorickshaw driver. Her quick thinking enabled her escape. The police are investigating the incident, which has led to a formal complaint against the driver and his accomplice.
Ed.: I'm glad the girl is OK. This may be the first time a drawing compass has qualified as an 'arm' under the 2A.
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How coders are saving the Second Amendment
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America has always defended itself and its freedoms with a gun in hand. But as technology evolves, code is starting to take its place.
A new generation of Second Amendment supporters no longer visits shooting ranges or joins the NRA — they pass around blueprints for 3D-printed weapons. Their mission is to protect their homes, no matter the government’s mood.
While Americans argue about bans, laws and protests, an entire ecosystem has grown right under their noses. It’s called DIY gun culture. And it’s nothing like the old movies where weapons were built from pipes and nails. |
2nd Amendment Foundation Names Kostas Moros As Director Of Legal Research & Education
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The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) is pleased to announce the hiring of Kostas Moros as Director of Legal Research and Education.
Moros brings 10 years of experience to the SAF team with six years directly litigating Second Amendment cases in California. His accomplishments include helping preliminarily enjoin several aspects of California’s overbearing “gun free zones” law that the State passed to undermine the right to carry, and he was instrumental in making non-resident carry a reality for the first time in California’s modern history. |
The Guns Most Likely to Never Break Down
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Say you want a gun for the end of the world, for an apocalypse situation. Or maybe you just want something you can leave at your cabin in Alaska and always expect it to work. Whatever your reason, here’s a list of guns that you should consider if you want something that will probably never break down… probably.
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CA: Why our Second Amendment resolution matters to Central Valley residents
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In the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, we take pride in our heritage of self-reliance and respect for constitutional freedoms. From farmers and ranchers to small business owners and families who have called this region home for generations, the right to keep and bear arms is more than an abstract principle — it is a cornerstone of our way of life.
That is why the Fresno County Board of Supervisors recently adopted a Resolution in Support of the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution. While some may dismiss this as a symbolic act, I believe this resolution sends an essential message to Sacramento: that here in the Central Valley and across Fresno County, we stand firm in defending the rights of law-abiding citizens. |
CA: Court Rules You Can’t Silence the Second Amendment – Even in California
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California’s Business and Professions Code Section 22949.80 sought to limit the advertising of firearm-related products to minors. The law prohibited any firearm-related marketing or advertising that could be deemed “attractive” to minors. This law, in effect, aimed to curtail youth involvement in firearm activities like shooting sports and education. Additionally, the law contained a provision, subsection (b), that prevented the firearm industry from using or compiling the personal information of minors for marketing or advertising purposes. |
House Republicans push bill on concealed carry
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President Donald Trump has long promised to make it easier for people to legally carry concealed weapons across state lines.
While campaigning for a second term, Trump vowed to sign a bill on concealed carry reciprocity, promising a federal law that would broaden states' abilities to recognize concealed carry permits issued in other states.
"Your Second Amendment does not end at the state line," Trump said in a February 2023 video.
Congressional Republicans are still working to get legislation on Trump's desk. |
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