Politics

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…

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…

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…

Russian warships entered Cuban waters to conduct military drills, a move seen as a direct response to President Biden’s authorization for Ukraine to strike Russian targets using US weaponry. The presence of Russian naval forces in the Caribbean heightens the already tense US-Russia relations. HAVANA, CUBA (6-minute read) — A fleet of Russian warships entered…

Can Trump Own Guns anymore? His recent felony convictions raise questions about his ability to legally own firearms. Federal and state laws in New York and Florida prohibit convicted felons from possessing firearms, with limited avenues for restoring these rights. NEW YORK, NEW YORK (3-minute read) — Can Trump own guns? Donald Trump’s recent felony…

A federal judge in Texas has temporarily blocked a new Biden administration rule that mandates background checks and licenses for gun dealers at shows and venues outside traditional stores. AMARILLO, TEXAS (4-minute read) — A federal judge in Texas has issued a temporary block on a new rule from the Biden administration that would require…

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…

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…

Colorado’s House, dominated by Democrats, recently passed a bill to prohibit the sale and transfer of “assault weapons.” The bill, approved by a 35-27 vote, now moves to the Democratic-majority state Senate. This legislation, if enacted, would align Colorado with ten other states like California, New York, and Illinois, which already have similar bans. Despite…