13
Jan
Tennessee Man Charged After Allegedly Shooting Break-In Suspect
It can be a risky proposition to use lethal force for self-defense, even in an obvious situation where the intended victim has a reasonable fear of imminent harm. That’s because of the nearly instant life-and-death…
10
Jan
Another In-Person Transaction Ends in Deadly Gunfire
Meeting a total stranger somewhere to consummate a transaction is inherently risky, and there are an increasing number of reports of these encounters turning out to be nothing more than attempts to rob innocent civilians.…
10
Jan
Virginia Lawmakers Launch New Attacks on Second Amendment Rights
Virginia’s 2026 General Assembly session rolls out this week, and anti-gun lawmakers are falling all over themselves in a mad dash to enact new gun control legislation. These Second Amendment opponents are flush with excitement…
09
Jan
US Gun Sales Soften but Remain Strong in December
The American appetite for firearms shows no signs of abating as December’s retail gun sales continued to be strong. The old year saw a softening in raw numbers, but it ended on a positive note…
08
Jan
Appeals Court Strikes Down Lifetime Firearm Ban for Non-Violent Offender
Every responsible gun owner supports keeping firearms away from violent criminals, but what about those guilty of non-violent offenses who find themselves forever stripped of Second Amendment rights? Last month, the Fifth Circuit Court of…
08
Jan
NRA Sues NRA Foundation Over Financial and Trademark Issues
The National Rifle Association (NRA), the country’s oldest and largest Second Amendment advocacy group, filed a lawsuit on Monday against the NRA Foundation. The organization’s complaint declared that the NRA created the NRA Foundation in…
08
Jan
Police: Memphis Store Clerk Shot Armed Attempted Robber
The best laid plans of violent criminals can quickly slide off the rails, especially when the intention is to target an armed and law-abiding citizen for attack. That appears to be the case in a…
06
Jan
2A Community Cautiously Celebrates California Victory
It’s self-defeating to be skeptical of every victory or even sliver of good news, but gun rights advocates are accustomed to tempering their expectations. So, while Friday’s ruling striking down California’s nearly blanket ban on…
06
Jan
DOJ Files Brief Supporting Challenge to California’s Ammunition Restrictions
The revamped Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division filed an amicus brief on Monday supporting the plaintiff’s challenge to California’s onerous ammunition regulations. After all, Second Amendment rights mean little if a law-abiding citizen is…
05
Jan
Rest in Peace: Hated NFA Stamp Tax Dead and Gone in 2026
Along with raucous New Year's celebrations and an endless deluge of football, the changing of the calendar brought a welcome update for law-abiding American gun owners. As of January 1, 2026, the hated $200 National…
04
Jan
Man Who Defended Son from Campus Assault Allegedly Receiving Death Threats
Gun owners must be aware that there are times when even the most justified self-defense shooting sparks unjustified and troubling reactions. A terrifying self-defense incident unfolded at Kentucky State University (KSU) last month, after which…
04
Jan
Hawaii Presents Novel Argument in Supreme Court Gun Control Case
Hawaii undoubtedly has a unique status as a U.S. state surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and the last to join the Union, and its history is rich and fascinating. Unfortunately, anti-gun state lawmakers attempted to…
03
Jan
Victory: Ninth Circuit Strikes Down California Ban on Open Carry
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday struck down California’s ban on open carry of firearms in populated areas. The state prohibition applied to residents of counties with populations exceeding 200,000, which accounted for…
02
Jan
Las Vegas Homeowner Shoots Two Robbery Suspects
A law-abiding citizen should not expect to be accosted in their own garage just going through a typical day, and there might not seem to be much of a need to be armed at home.…
01
Jan
Appeals Court Dismisses Indiana City’s Lawsuit Against Smith & Wesson—Filed in 1999
Even the staunchest Second Amendment supporter may be forgiven if they have not kept up with proceedings in Smith & Wesson Corp. v. City of Gary. After all, it meandered through the court system for…
01
Jan
Virginia Proposal Could Harshly Impact Small Gun Shops
The newly elected anti-Second Amendment regime in Virginia had not even taken office before the latest attack on gun rights emerged. Governor-Elect Abigail Spanberger (D) will not be sworn in until January 17, but a…
01
Jan
Texas Man Uses Firearm to Stop Alleged Attempt to Run Him Down
As is glaringly apparent from the news lately, guns are hardly the only lethal weapons available to violent criminals. Everything from knives to sticks and rocks is regularly wielded against the innocent, and sometimes it…
31
Dec
Illinois Rings in 2026 With More Infringements on 2A Rights
It is the unfortunate reality of living in the Land of Lincoln that, as a gun owner, you are subjected to some of the harshest firearm restrictions in the U.S. You’d think that with all…
30
Dec
California’s Gun Barrel and Hobby Weapon Restrictions Take Effect
Make no mistake: the blueprint established by California’s anti-Second Amendment regime will be imposed on the entire nation if its supporters prevail. Thankfully, at least for now, the damage wrought by the Golden State's powerful…
30
Dec
Appeals Court Rules New Mexico’s Waiting Period Violates Constitution
The end of 2025 saw a ringing defeat for New Mexico’s controversial seven-day waiting period to complete a firearm transfer. The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals out of Denver denied state officials’ petition for an…
29
Dec
Alleged Christmas Day Home Invasion Leads to Fatal Shooting
A Michigan homeowner found himself in a hot mess on Christmas evening when an alleged armed intruder arrived with a firearm and an apparent vendetta. The holidays are a time of religious observances, family gatherings,…