DOJ Says Lawful Gun Owners Can Carry in Post Offices
The Justice Department says federal law permits lawful firearm carry for self-defense in public post offices and says the USPS gun ban cannot be enforced in those circumstances.
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The Silencer Shop Ruling Explained: Why the NFA Isn’t Dead and Why the DOJ Just Blew It
The Silencer Shop ruling didn't kill the NFA. Here's who's covered, why most buyers still need a Form 4, and why the DOJ's refusal to appeal was a mistake.
Federal Judge Deals Final Death Blow to ATF’s ‘Engaged in the Business’ Rule
A Texas federal judge rejected DOJ’s attempt to save pieces of ATF’s Biden-era gun-seller rule, leaving the entire 2024 regulation vacated while warning that ATF’s proposed rewrite repeats the same legal error.
Chicago Required Gun Training, Then Banned Every Place to Train
After losing McDonald, Chicago required residents to complete live-fire training before owning a gun—while banning every public range. Ezell v. City of Chicago exposed that scheme and established that the right to keep arms includes learning to use them.
Concealed Carry Corner: When Less Means More
Welcome back to another edition of Concealed Carry Corner. Last week, we took a look at what gun belts you should keep an eye out for and what are some of my favorites. If you happened to miss that article, be sure to click the link here to check it out. This week, I want to look at some co...
NFA Injunction Takes Effect, Now ATF Owes Gun Owners Answers
The seven-day stay of a federal injunction against major NFA registration provisions has expired. Plaintiffs are demanding that ATF explain who is protected, how dealers should proceed, and what happens if DOJ later appeals.
Justice Department Says You Can Carry for Self-Defense in a Post Office, and the Postal Service Ban Cannot Be Enforced
A new Justice Department legal opinion concludes federal law already allows lawful self-defense carry inside public post offices. Read the original story: Justice Department Says You Can Carry for Self-Defense in a Post Office, and the Postal Service Ban Cannot Be Enforced
Ayoob: Is Open-Carry Irresponsible (or the Right Move)?
Open carry – the wearing of a holstered gun in plain view in public – has become a hot-button issue among our nation’s pistol-packers. There are, naturally, talking points on both sides of the debate. A few years ago, Mark Walters invited me to join a panel on this topic on his popular show...
49-Year-Old Chicago Concealed Carry Holder Shoots Burglary Suspect Who Pulled the Screen Off Her Window at 4:50 A.M.
A 49-year-old Chicago concealed carry holder shot a man who pulled the screen off her window at 4:50 a.m. during a South Shore burglary attempt. Read the original story: 49-Year-Old Chicago Concealed Carry Holder Shoots Burglary Suspect Who Pulled the Screen Off Her Window at 4:50 A.M.
Midnight Deadline: GOA Tells the Attorney General That Silencer Shop Will Hand Brandon Herrera and Wes Virdell Suppressors With No Form 4 and No Registry Entry
GOA notified DOJ and ATF that Silencer Shop will transfer suppressors to Brandon Herrera and Wes Virdell without a Form 4. Read the original story: Midnight Deadline: GOA Tells the Attorney General That Silencer Shop Will Hand Brandon Herrera and Wes Virdell Suppressors With No Form 4 and No Regi...