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The Latest House Bill From Washington Democrat Gov. Jay Inslee is Violating the Rights of Gun Owners

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The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms explains why this new legislation is on the same level as a “literacy test” – and totally unnecessary. In an effort to curb gun violence happening within the state, Washington Democrat Governor Jay Inslee has passed new legislation that requires gun buyers to provide some piece of proof indicating they’ve taken a firearms training course before being allowed to complete their purchase. While Inslee … Read more

Colorado’s Shelving of Assault Weapons Ban Bill Is a Win For Private Gun Owners

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Ontonia Okafar, a bilingual spokeswoman (English/Spanish) with Gun Owners of America explains why Colorado’s Shelving of Assault Weapons Ban Bill reversal is a huge win for American rights. At a time when many states seem to be making up their own gun laws as they go along, Colorado has taken a somewhat calm approach to defining the rights of gun-owning citizens. Late last week, lawmakers in the Colorado House of Representatives voted to indefinitely suspend … Read more

Colorado’s Shelving of Assault Weapons Ban Bill Is a Win for Private Gun Owners

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NOTE: Bilingual/Spanish/English expert interview guest Michael Letts At a time when many states seem to be making up their own gun laws as they go along, Colorado has taken a somewhat calm approach to defining the rights of gun-owning citizens. Late last week, lawmakers in the Colorado House of Representatives voted to indefinitely suspend a bill that would have prevented the buying and selling of “assault weapons” in the state. The bill, HB23-1230, was initially … Read more

Colorado’s Shelving of Assault Weapons Ban Bill Is a Win For Private Gun Owners

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A Second Amendment spokesperson explains why the reversal is a huge win for American rights. At a time when many states seem to be making up their own gun laws as they go along, Colorado has taken a somewhat calm approach to defining the rights of gun-owning citizens. Late last week, lawmakers in the Colorado House of Representatives voted to indefinitely suspend a bill that would have prevented the buying and selling of “assault weapons” … Read more

The House Judiciary Committee Is Moving Forward With Its Disapproval Resolution On President Biden’s Ridiculous Gun Brace Rule (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford explains why this is a good move forward. President Joe Biden previously tried to “stick it” to private gun owners by attempting to strengthen regulations on firearms with stabilizing braces. However, the House Judiciary Committee isn’t having any of it. The Committee moved forward on a joint resolution yesterday, which would be a blow not only to Biden, but also the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives … Read more

Alabama Birthday Party Deadly Shooting Demonstrates importance of Constitutional-Carry Laws to Keep People Protected (Guest: Second Amendment)

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A tragic shooting took place in Alabama, with four dead and multiple others wounded. Liberal media pundits are now crying out for more gun control. But what if rather than grabbing other people’s guns, we were to grab guns to protect ourselves, families and neighbors? Think about it. There are more than 100 million firearms owned by private citizens today, and rarely do we hear of law-abiding citizens going around killing people. Our guest today … Read more

Tennessee Governor’s Latest Efforts Are All About “Protection” From Guns, But Who Gets To Decide Who It Affects? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford explains why Bill Lee’s request is asking for trouble, particularly with how the state may judge who’s “a danger.” In an effort to make his state safer from gun violence, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed an executive order that would strengthen background checks for purchases of guns. But on top of that, he also pressed lawmakers to pass their own protection law, one that would prevent guns from … Read more

 Louisville Mass Shooting Demonstrates importance of Constitutional-Carry Laws to Keep People Protected

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A tragic shooting took place in Old National Bank in Louisville, Kentucky, with five dead and 8 wounded. Liberal media pundits are now crying out for more gun control. But what if rather than grabbing other people’s guns, we were to grab guns to protect ourselves, families and neighbors?  Think about it. There are more than 100 million firearms owned by private citizens today, and rarely do we hear of law-abiding citizens going around killing … Read more

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis  Signs Concealed-Carry, Marking a Huge Move Forward in Protection (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford ponders why other states aren’t following in a similar direction. As several states continue to fight over restrictive gun laws, one particular state has made it perfectly clear which direction it wishes to go. Per this report from NBC News, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a new law that allows residents to carry a concealed loaded weapon without the need of a permit. Surprisingly, DeSantis did so without … Read more

Congress Needs To Less Spend Money On “Research” and More On Keeping Schools Safe, Says the CCRKBA

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A spokesman for the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms explains why money shouldn’t be wasted, especially when it comes to saving lives. As Democrats are pushing to finance “gun violence prevention research” to the tune of around $50 million over the next five years, the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms (CCRKBA) have a much more effective solution in mind. They believe they should provide funding to … Read more

The Vote On Nullifying the ATF’s Pistol Brace Rule Has Been Postponed – And Politics Could Cancel It Completely (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford explains why the vote needs to go through, for the sake of private gun owners. Earlier this week, the House Judiciary Committee opted to postpone a vote to potential nullify a pistol brace rule put in place by the ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) following the tragedy that took place in Nashville earlier this week. However, some believe that there’s a chance the vote could … Read more

Second Amendment Foundation Begins Its Case Against the ATF

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The group’s attorney, Matthew Larosiere, will present the group’s case this week. For far too long, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) have been partaking in activities surrounding firearms that have violated the Second Amendment rights of private gun owners. Now, the Second Amendment Foundation is ready to fight back. Attorney Matthew Larosiere, who serves as a scholar of law and policy for the group, will present their case today with the … Read more

Eliminate ATF Funding Until Second Amendment Rights Are Protected

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The Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) are under attack yet again, but for all the right reasons. The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms (CCRKBA) recently called on Congress to block funding for ATF in the forthcoming Fiscal Year budget. And the reasoning is very simple – they’re demanding that Democrats and federal bureaucrats publicly recognize the rights of the Second Amendment to all law-abiding citizens, stating … Read more

Biden’s Executive Order Calls For Gun Control

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A Second Amendment representative explains why the restrictive order could be more of a headache for private gun owners than criminals. Earlier this week, President Joe Biden issued an executive order to increase the number of background checks to purchase guns, as well as ensuring U.S. law enforcement agencies would be able to act on a bipartisan gun control law he put into effect over the summer. But when it comes to how effective it … Read more

How Will President Biden’s New Executive Order on Guns Affect the Rights of Private Gun Owners? (Guest: Second Amendment)

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A Second Amendment representative explains why Biden’s latest executive order won’t stop criminal gun violence. During a recent visit to Monterey Park CA,  President Joe Biden announced that he will sign an executive order which will get “the U.S. as close to universal background checks as possible” in an effort to curb the “active shooter” events . Additionally, Biden will speak with the Federal Trade Commission to get a public report taking a closer look at … Read more

The Gun Owners of America Are Fighting Back Against The ATF’s Unconstitutional Gun Registry (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Spokesman Stephen Willeford explains why the group is stepping up to protect the rights of millions of gun owners. Just two years after the Gun Owners of America uncovered internal ATF documents pointing at the Biden Administration potentially establishing an illegal registry of gun and ownership records, the group is doing something about it. Recently, Rep. Michael Cloud reintroduced the No REGISTRY Rights Act (H.R. 1271), which, if passed, would require the ATF to destroy … Read more

A Missouri State Law That Declared Several Gun Laws As “Invalid” Has Been Overturned

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford explains why the overturning actually hurts gun owners more than one might think. Several of the United States have put their own interesting spin on “gun laws” into effect. However, Missouri’s take on disabling certain Federal gun laws was too much for one particular judge to bear. And it has left much room for debate. The law, deemed the Second Amendment Preservation Act (SAPA), had initially declared that … Read more

Colorado Could Soon Have Its Own “Assault Weapons” Ban, But Just How Far Will It Get?

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A Second Amendment representative doesn’t believe the proposed ban by Colorado Democrats will get very far. Another day, another state attempting to ban “assault weapons” from sale. A pair of Colorado Democrats are attempting to introduce a bill in Colorado that will ban the sale and transfer of “assault weapons.” This comes on the heels of the state seeing a number of “active shooter” events, including one in Colorado Springs late last year. State Reps … Read more

Justice Has Failed the Victims of Michigan State – And It Cannot Fail Again (By Michael Letts)

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(Originally published in CNS News.) Sometimes things within the criminal justice system just don’t make sense. The way that the Federal Bureau of Investigation continues to go after the wrong people instead of focusing on the real criminals is ridiculous. Some people seem to get off with a petty warning instead of serving the time they deserve. And then there’s Anthony Dwayne McRae. This 43-year old strolled onto the campus of Michigan State University Monday … Read more

While New York Does Allow For Concealed-Carry Permits, It’s Making It Really Tough To Use Them (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford discusses the ridiculous law, which will soon be reviewed by the 2nd circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals. New York continues to be a thorn in the side of gun owners, particularly those that practice Constitutional-Carry (or Concealed Carry, as some call it). A new report from The New York Times indicates that the city’s attempt to apply its own gun laws following the Supreme Court’s overturning of previous regulations … Read more

Democrats and Republicans Remain Further Divided On Finding a Solution To Gun Violence (Guest: Second Amendment)

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A Second Amendment Foundation representative addresses a new L.A. Times report about growing concern over gun laws in California. Following two more in state “active shooter” events , a new poll shows that Californians are very concerned about gun violence – but the politicians above them seem very divided about finding a solution. The survey indicates that around 64 percent of those polled are concerned about being harmed by gun violence, or someone close to … Read more

Second Amendment Foundation Files a New Brief In Response To California’s Ongoing “Assault Weapons” Ban

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A representative for the group explains why the ineffective ban shouldn’t be in place. California has been boasting about the effectiveness of the assault weapons ban that it put in place some time ago, despite the fact that “active shooter” events haven’t dropped as much as it was hoping. Now, with reports that the ban could soon be overturned, the Second Amendment Foundation has filed a crucial response brief, making note of its lack of … Read more

Inflation and Democrat Policies are Turning Everyday Americans Into Criminals (By Michael Letts)

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(Initially published in CNSNews.)  It should come as no surprise to anyone who has gone grocery shopping that inflation has been drivingprices of everything higher. In particular, egg prices have increased a whopping 60 percent from December 2021 to December 2022. Inflation is certainly contributing to this, but the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) says that a large part of the increase is the impact of avian flu on chickens. However, south of the U.S. border, in Mexico, … Read more

Do Liberals Secretly Support the Second Amendment? (By Michael Letts)

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(Originally published on CNS News.) Do liberals actually support the Second Amendment? While they should, they are quick to show through their actions that they don’t. After every shooting, Democrat politicians put forth legislation meant to restrict the access of law-abiding Americans to firearms of any kind. However, what generally happens is that their actions only spur the sales of firearms as people rush to stock up on something that may disappear. Liberals are their … Read more

Why Don’t We Hear Stories About Guns Protecting People? (By Michael Letts)

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(Originally published on CNSNews If you simply listen to the evening news lately, it may sound like the country has gone crazy with everyone shooting one another. Every time an innocent person is killed and especially when groups of innocent people are shot or killed, the media is there decrying the weapons used to kill rather than blaming the person who pulled the trigger..) Democrat politicians race each other to find a microphone and call … Read more

A Councilman Is Calling For a Proposal To Arm Uber and Lyft Drivers For the Sake of Safety (Guest: Second Amendment)

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A spokesman for the group explains why it should be safety first for rideshare drivers. With several states seeing a massive crime increase, a councilman believes enough is enough when it comes to rideshare drivers being unsafe. Following a shooting incident that cost of the life of his daughter (a Lyft driver) back in November, Peachtree Corners City Councilman Joe Sawyer is looking to draft a proposal that will allow rideshare drivers to carry firearms … Read more

Gun Owners of America Are Challenging the Biden Administration’s Pistol Brace Rule (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Spokesman Stephen Willeford explains why the new law could create a world of trouble for gun owners. Once more, private gun owners and sellers are under attack. And once more, Gun Owners of America are doing something about it. The group, alongside Gun Owners Foundation, have filed a lawsuit with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton challenging a new Pistol Brace Ban put into effect by President Joe Biden and his administration. It was filed in … Read more

President Biden Is Pursuing His Assault Weapons Ban – Except This Time, He Could Have Some Backup (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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The spokesman for Gun Owners of America explains why the Second Amendment may be in danger of being overwritten. During his State of the Union Address earlier this week, President Joe Biden doubled down on his plan to ban assault weapons in the United States. “Ban assault weapons now!” he said. “Once and for all. “We did it before. I led the fight to ban them in 1994.” However, now Biden has the assistance of Brady … Read more

Is Florida’s Concealed-Carry Bill What It Says It Is? (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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The Gun Owners of America spokesperson explains why House Bill 543 isn’t what some people think. A few days ago, Governor Ron DeSantis proposed a new Constitutional-Carry bill for Florida that would enable people to open-carry firearms without the need for a government permit. However, the Gun Owners of America took a closer look at the bill and found something of interest – the fine print. In the bill, it noted that the bill is, … Read more

Federal Judge Overturns Prohibition on Marijuana Users Possessing Firearms

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A Second Amendment Foundation representative says the decision is one that champions the rights of U.S. citizens. This past weekend, the judge has knocked down a federal law that prohibited marijuana users from possessing firearms, deeming it unconstitutional. This follows the move by the Supreme Court the prior year to expand gun rights to people in the United States. Simultaneously , U.S. District Judge Patrick Wyrick dismissed an indictment against a man who was charged … Read more

New Florida Constitutional-Carry Bill Unleashes Anti-Gun Lobby  Scare Tactics (Guest: Second Amendment Foundation)

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A Second Amendment Foundation representative explains  movement for Constitutional-Carry. Earlier this week, Florida House Speaker Paul Renner and several Republican leaders  began pushing a new bill to allow gun owners to carry firearms in the state without the need for a government permit. While the bill is receiving major support from both key politicians and pro-gun advocates, it’s also got some negativity against itfrom Democrats saying  should the bill pass, it could likely make the state a target … Read more

Illinois’ Counties and Sheriffs Are Fighting Back Against the State’s Restrictive Gun Law – and Rightfully So (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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The spokesman for Gun Owners of America explains why state officials need to take a closer look at their controversial gun law. The state of Illinois recently passed PICA, or the Protect Illinois Communities Act, which essentially bans the sale or transfer of any sort of rifles that are considered “assault weapons.” Furthermore, anyone who currently owns them must register them with the state of January 1, 2024, or face potential penalties. It also bans … Read more

Florida Is Moving One Step Closer To Allowing Constitutional-Carry – And Here’s Why That’s a Good Thing (Guest: Second Amendment Spokesperson)

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A spokesman for the Second Amendment Foundation explains why the latest move by Florida lawmakers is the right one. At a time when several states are creating barrierswith extremely limiting gun bans, Florida is moving forward with a Constitutional-Carry logic in mind. This week, Florida lawmakers introduced legislation that would allow people to carry a concealed firearm without the need for a government-issue permit. In a recent press conference, Republican State Representative Chuck Brannan explained, “Our … Read more

Democrats In Washington Are Trying to Get Assault Weapons Banned, But This Bill Is Illogical (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesperson Stephen Willeford thinks banning weapons won’t solve the “active shooter” events . Democrats are attempting to push a new bill in Washington State – and for private gun owners, it’s bad news. The House Bill 1240, being pushed by Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee and state Attorney General Bob Ferguson, calls for the end of manufacturing, importing, distributing and selling “assault weapons,” including the AK-47, AR-15, M16 and others. While there … Read more

California’s Strict Gun Laws Aren’t Stopping “Active Shooter” Events – So Now What? (Guest: Second Amendment Foundation)

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A representative for Second Amendment Foundation explains why Gov. Gavin Newsom needs to find an alternative solution. Governor Gavin Newsom believes that setting strict gun laws for California would slow down “active shooter” events. He’s wrong A new report from ABC News explains that a number of shootings have taken place in the state over the past month, including one at Half Moon Bay that led to the deaths of seven people. Matthew Lang, a professor of … Read more

Illinois’ Gun Law Is So Ridiculous, Even This Sheriff Refuses to Enforce Them (Guest: Second Amendment)

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A Second Amendment Foundation representative explains why the actions by DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick speak volumes. Earlier this month, Illinois passed a wide ban on semi-automatic rifles and a certain style of magazines. Ever since, several gun rights groups, along with private citizens, have voiced their opinion, stating the law is unconstitutional. However, it’s when one of Illinois’ own law enforcement officers decided to step up and explain why he won’t be enforcing the … Read more

The Supreme Court Refuses to Listen to Gun Retailers, And It’s a Serious Problem

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A Second Amendment Foundation representative explains why the Court’s deaf ear to New York’s strict gun laws could cost gun sellers dearly. A few months back, New York decided to implement its Concealed Carry Improvement Act, after the Supreme Court had knocked down strict laws it had made beforehand. But now, the Court has seemingly turned its back on retailers that are being hurt by this very act. The Court recently rejected a bid by … Read more

Maryland’s Gun Safety Act of 2023 Is a Huge Problem For Constitutional-Carry Citizens (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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The “Hero with a Gun” explains why the state’s focus should be on supporting Concealed-Carry instead. Late last week, Maryland became the latest state to implement stricter gun laws in an effort to slow the rising number of “active shooter” events. However, some advocates believe they may be too strict for its own good. The state, under Senate President Bill Ferguson, recently implemented the Gun Safety Act of 2023. With it, it would prohibit those … Read more

Maryland’s “Unique” Gun Control Measures Are Asking For Trouble (Guest: Second Amendment Foundation)

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The Gun Safety Act of 2023 could bring about more trouble than it’s actually worth. In the city of Annapolis, Maryland, Senate President Bill Ferguson has presented a number of gun control proposals that could be a hassle for private gun owners and Concealed-Carry citizens. Titled the Gun Safety Act of 2023, the bill, if passed, would prohibit those with permits for Concealed-Carry to take their firearms within 100 feet of any public place. In … Read more

U.S. Appeals Court Has Reversed Ban On Bump Stocks (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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It’s a major win for private gun owners, but will gun violence advocates find a way to fight back? After being set in place for more than five years, a U.S. appeals court reversed a rule surrounding the use of “bump stocks” with semi-automatic guns. The New Orleans-based 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals made the decision right before the weekend, in a 13-3 decision. Even though the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) … Read more

Alabama Becomes the 25th State To Allow For Concealed-Carry Without a License (Guest: Second Amendment Foundation)

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A Second Amendment Foundation representative explains why this is a huge move forward for protection. As the new year began, a noteworthy state joined the list of others that now allow for concealed-carry of firearms without a license. Alabama passed the law, which went into effect on January 1st, making it the 25thstate in the U.S. to do so. This is a sweeping change for concealed-carry, considering that only two states allowed for it back … Read more

Washington State is coming for your guns (By Michael Letts)

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(Originally appeared in American Thinker.) Now that Oregon narrowly passed some of the most restrictive gun control laws in the country this past election, should it be any surprise that Washington wants to follow suit? Washington Gov. Jay Inslee and Attorney General Bob Ferguson, both Democrats, have announced three new measures they plant to pursue during next year’s legislative session. “We know we can act. We know we should act. And we know we will … Read more

25 States Have Now Legislated Constitutional-Carry (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford explains why Alabama’s latest law is a triumph. As 2023 began, so too did a new precedent for states allowing Constitutional-Carry, enabling private citizens to conceal-carry firearms without a license. Business Insider revealed that Alabama has become the latest state to allow citizens to carry handguns without permits, making it the 25th state to do so. Many states have passed this law in an effort to thwart “active shooter” events, which … Read more

Buffalo’s “First Of Its Kind” Lawsuit Is Ignoring the Real Problem (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford has his doubts about the Buffalo NY’s lawsuit against gun makers and sellers. The filing of a “first of its kind” lawsuit by Buffalo, New York points to a bigger problem the city by not trying to find a more responsible solution. The city filed a lawsuit just before Christmas against various gun manufacturers, including Beretta, Smith & Wesson, and Remington. In addition, the suit also includes resellers … Read more

The City of Buffalo’s Lawsuit Illogically Attacks Gun Sellers (Guest: Second Amendment Foundation)

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A representative for Second Amendment Foundation slams the suit, stating that the blame is being placed on the wrong shoulders. With President Joe Biden still working on an “assault weapons” ban, some states are taking issues surrounding gun violence into their own hands. But some might be a little too drastic on the topic. Right before the Christmas break, the city of Buffalo filed a “first of its kind” lawsuit against gun manufacturers and sellers … Read more

Gun Owners of America Frustrated by the New Omnibus Bill (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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The group’s spokesman demonstrates that the bill is laden with issues that could adversely affect gun owners. The Senate appears set to pass a $1.7 trillion bill around the start of the new year to finance federal agencies through September and provide around $45 billion in military and economic help to Ukraine. However, there are some smaller details that greatly concern Gun Owners of America. In a newsletter sent out earlier this week, the group … Read more

Second Amendment Foundation Is Fighting Back Against New Jersey’s Concealed Carry Law

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A representative from the group explains why a lawsuit was the best way to fight back. New Jersey has just signed a controversial new gun law into effect, one that prevents citizens from Concealed-Carry, even with permit, in “sensitive places”; it also made carrying an operable handgun illegal “while in a vehicle.” As expected, Republicans have voiced their opposition to the controversial law; and gun groups are taking action. The Second Amendment Foundation filed a lawsuit … Read more

The Legal Battle Over Measure 114 Continues To Unfold In Oregon, Following a Judge’s Recent Decision To Ban the Measure Over Large-Capacity Magazines (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesperson Stephen Willeford talks about the group’s battle with the measure, and why Oregon should give it a second look. As Oregon officials continues to try and dictate the gun rights of its citizens through the controversial Measure 114, another judge has stepped up to prevent it from taking effect yet again. Following a previous block to put the law into motion, The Hill reports that a second judge has specifically stopped a … Read more

As Illinois, New Jersey and Other States Prepare Restrictive New Gun Laws, The Real Question Is Just How Effective They Will Truly Be (Guest: Stephen Willeford)

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Gun Owners of America spokesman Stephen Willeford explains how these new laws could end the effectiveness of Constitutional-Carry. In the face of the Supreme Court overturning certain gun laws, several states have taken matters into their own hands when it comes to creating rules surrounding how people carry guns. Earlier this week, many spoke out against Oregon’s Measure 114, which would not only limit gun sales, but how people – including off-duty police officers – … Read more

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