Maine voters will soon decide whether to adopt a red flag gun law as they cast their ballots on Question 2, a citizen-initiated measure that would make Maine the 20th state to implement such legislation. Currently, Maine operates under a yellow flag law, which allows law enforcement to detain individuals for a mental health evaluation… Continue reading Maine Voters to Decide Fate of Red Flag Gun Measure
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Massachusett’s Bill Opens Door to Lawsuits Against Gun Shops
Gun shops in Massachusetts are facing a new legislative threat: a bill that would allow citizens to sue them directly. Senate Bill 1653, known as the Gun Violence Victims Access to Justice Act, would permit individuals or families affected by crimes involving firearms to file civil lawsuits against gun manufacturers and dealers for alleged “negligence.”… Continue reading Massachusett’s Bill Opens Door to Lawsuits Against Gun Shops
Firearms Policy Coalition Lawsuit Challenges N.J.’s Short-barreled Rifle Ban
The Firearms Policy Coalition says they have filed a lawsuit challenging New Jersey’s ban on Short-barreled rifles (SBRs). While a lawsuit is putting up a challenge to the entire National Firearms Act after the Big Beautiful bill passed, another legal challenge is probably needed for gun owners, looking for multiple avenues to attack the NFA.… Continue reading Firearms Policy Coalition Lawsuit Challenges N.J.’s Short-barreled Rifle Ban
Judge Halts Virginia’s Gun Control Law – GOA Scores a Major Win
GUBCs are a favorite tool of the gun control crowd. They claim it’s about fighting crime, but there’s zero evidence that these laws actually reduce crime. In fact, as John Lott has pointed out, they almost always end up hurting innocent gun owners. Erich Pratt, Senior Vice President of GOA, summed it up perfectly: This… Continue reading Judge Halts Virginia’s Gun Control Law – GOA Scores a Major Win
Grandfather Shoots Grandson in Self-Defense
A grandfather in North Carolina has shot his grandson in self-defense, according to police. The incident occurred in the city of Benson, Johnston County. The grandfather, who has not been named, is 83 years old. His grandson was 27 years old. A local ABC report does not say why the young man was shot, but… Continue reading Grandfather Shoots Grandson in Self-Defense
Trump Administration Overhauls Biden-Era Gun Control Grant Program
The Trump administration has officially dismantled a controversial grant program launched under President Joe Biden that critics say was designed to advance gun control under the guise of community safety. Originally created in 2022, the Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative (CVIPI) funneled federal dollars toward nonprofits aligned with gun control advocacy. The program emphasized… Continue reading Trump Administration Overhauls Biden-Era Gun Control Grant Program
Another Idaho School District Allows Armed Staff
Another school district in Idaho has joined the growing number of districts allowing certain staff members to carry firearms on campus. Under Idaho law, local school boards have the authority to decide whether firearms are permitted on school grounds. While most districts prohibit staff from carrying, relying instead on school resource officers—or having no armed… Continue reading Another Idaho School District Allows Armed Staff
Semi-Truck in Utah Carrying Guns and Ammo Rolls Over
A semi-truck in Utah rolled over, spilling packages of firearms and ammunition onto the roadway. The incident happened yesterday on I-15 in Washington County. Officials believe that a blown tire caused the incident. Officials also said there should not be any environmental impact from the incident. Gun owners are used to blaming a “boating accident”… Continue reading Semi-Truck in Utah Carrying Guns and Ammo Rolls Over
SCOTUS to Decide: Can Marijuana Users Own Guns?
The United States Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments in a case that could shake up federal gun laws, specifically, whether Americans who use illegal drugs (like marijuana under federal law) can still exercise their Second Amendment rights. Across the country, states have legalized marijuana for medical and recreational use. But under federal… Continue reading SCOTUS to Decide: Can Marijuana Users Own Guns?
South Carolina Man Fatally Shot After Breaking Into an Apartment
A man in South Carolina was shot and killed after he broke into an apartment. Police say the man broke into the apartment around 10:30 p.m. The apartment renter shot the man after he said a man kicked his apartment door in. Investigators have now closed the case and will not file charges, saying the… Continue reading South Carolina Man Fatally Shot After Breaking Into an Apartment
National Sheriffs’ Association Promotes Red Flag Gun Confiscation Training
The National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) is actively encouraging states to adopt Red Flag Gun Confiscation Orders, commonly referred to as Red Flag laws. In an email obtained by Gun News Now, Jessica Vanderpool—NSA’s Director of Grants & Contracts—alerted sheriffs’ association directors about an online training session held on October 14. The training was led by… Continue reading National Sheriffs’ Association Promotes Red Flag Gun Confiscation Training
Amendment to Remove Suppressors from NFA Clears U.S. House
The U.S. House of Representatives passed an amendment to remove suppressors from the National Firearms Act. Gun owners have long argued that the NFA is unconstitutional. With suppressors, it never made sense that the NFA regulated a device that helps protect hearing. The amendment is part of H.R. 1, known as the “One Big Beautiful… Continue reading Amendment to Remove Suppressors from NFA Clears U.S. House