Non-Violent Offenders and Illegal Migrants Granted Gun Rights by Courts

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Recent court rulings from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and a U.S. District Court have allowed non-violent felons and some illegal migrants to own firearms, citing the Second Amendment. These decisions are based on interpretations of a 2022 Supreme Court ruling that extends gun rights to individuals reentering society and emphasizes self-defense. CALIFORNIA, ILLINOIS […]

House Passes H.R. 354, Which Would Allow Police Officers To Carry Firearms Nationwide, But Not Us

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A new bill expands the authority for active and retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed firearms across state lines, including in various public and federal areas. The bill also allows states to adjust qualification standards for retired officers. WASHINGTON, D.C. (3-minute read) — A recently introduced bill, HR354, significantly broadens the authority for certain […]

Smith & Wesson Lawsuit Dismissed: Shareholders’ Battle Ends in Nevada Court

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SPRINGFIELD, MA (4-minute read) – On December 5, 2023, shareholders critical of Smith & Wesson’s continued production of AR-15 platform rifles initiated a legal challenge. The lawsuit was filed by groups including the Adrian Dominican Sisters and Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus & Mary, among others. They accused Smith & Wesson’s board members […]

Gun Works, Not Protective Order, To Stop Armed Ex After Home Invasion

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In a harrowing domestic violence incident in Cumberland County, three people, including the aggressor, were critically injured when a man broke into his ex-girlfriend’s home and opened fire, leading to an exchange of gunfire. HOPE MILLS, NC (4-minute read) — A domestic violence dispute turned violent early Tuesday in Hope Mills, NC, resulting in three […]

Brooklyn Resident Receives 10-Year Sentence for ‘Ghost Guns’ and 50 Rounds

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A Brooklyn resident has been sentenced to a decade in prison for possessing 13 untraceable firearms, including several AR-15-style rifles. BROOKLYN, NY (5-minute read) — Dexter Taylor, a 53-year-old from Bushwick, has received a 10-year prison sentence from Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Abena Darkeh for his involvement with ‘ghost guns.’ In a case that highlights […]

Federal Alert: Increased Threats to LGBTQ Events During Pride Month

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Federal authorities have warned that LGBTQ events and venues may be targets for foreign terrorist organizations during Pride Month, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance without specifying any immediate threats. WASHINGTON, DC (4-minute read) — Federal authorities, including the FBI and Department of Homeland Security, have issued a public service alert about the potential for […]