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Federal Judge Deems Machine Gun Ban Unconstitutional After Dismissing Charges Against Man
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A federal judge in Kansas dismissed charges against a man for possessing a machine gun, challenging the constitutionality of the federal ban. The ruling, which questions the historical basis of the ban, could have significant implications for future firearm regulations.
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Seventy Texas lawmakers have signed a letter urging the State Fair of Texas to reverse its newly implemented ban on concealed carry, which they argue undermines public safety. The policy change comes after a shooting incident last year, but critics believe it makes law-abiding citizens more vulnerable.
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August 9, 2024 Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, the New York City Police Department adopted an emergency rule which will allow non-residents to apply for concealed carry permits. This follows a lawsuit filed by Gun Owners of America (GOA) and the Gun Owners Foundation (GOF) in February of this year on behalf of several non-residents (including Newsmax TV Host Carl Higbie) who…
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President Biden announced he will suspend his 2024 re-election campaign due to increasing pressure from Democratic colleagues, top donors, and Hollywood stars following a poor debate performance. The Democratic leadership urged Biden to step aside, doubting his ability to win against former President Trump.
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A federal appeals court has ruled that Minnesota’s ban on handgun permits for 18-20 year olds is unconstitutional, affirming the Second Amendment rights of young adults. This decision impacts six other states in the 8th Circuit.
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Governor Polis signed Senate Bill 131, allowing firearms in most Mesa County government buildings except the Justice Center, Criminal Justice Services, Sheriff’s Office, and Detention Facility, effective July 1. Residents can now carry firearms in specified county facilities.
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As the election season intensifies, the highly anticipated first presidential debate between President Joe Biden (D) and former President Donald Trump (R) is set to take place tonight at 9pm EST. This event promises to be a defining moment in the race, as the candidates face off to discuss critical issues that will shape the…
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The Supreme Court upheld a federal law banning gun ownership for individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders in an 8-1 ruling. The decision highlights a tradition of restricting firearms for those deemed dangerous. WASHINGTON, D.C. (6-minute read) — The Supreme Court on Thursday upheld a federal law banning gun ownership for individuals under domestic…
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The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the federal bump stock ban is unlawful, arguing that the definition of a machine gun under the National Firearms Act does not include bump stocks. This decision leaves bump stock regulations to individual states, with 15 already having bans in place. WASHINGTON, D.C. (6-minute read) — In a significant…