Democrat Chris Murphy Introduces Universal Background Check Bill
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) introduced universal background check legislation to expand retail point-of-sale background checks to private sales as well.
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Iowa: Bill to Abolish Concealed Permit Requirement on the Move
A bill to abolish the requirement that Iowans get a permit from the state before exercising their Second Amendment right to bear arms is moving in the Iowa House
Report: Black Chicagoans Flood Concealed Carry Courses Seeking Safety
A growing number of black Chicagoans are reacting to their city’s surging violence by taking courses where they learn to shoot and carry guns for self-defense.
NSSF: ‘Charleston Loophole’ Gun Control Could Come Next Week
The National Shooting Sports Foundation warns that gun control targeting the so-called “Charleston Loophole” could be before Congress for a vote as early as next week.
NRA Warns Members Joe Biden ‘Extreme Gun Control’ Measures Coming
The NRA is citing “DC sources” and warning that Congress could take up President Joe Biden’s gun control proposals as early as next week.
Louisiana Officer Shot Dead in Mask Dispute at High School Game
A Louisiana police officer was shot dead Friday night as he tried to maintain order amid a mask dispute between a staff member and game attendee.
Arkansas: One Student Shot in ‘Isolated Incident’ at Junior High
One student was shot in what Arkansas’ Watson Chapel School District called an “isolated incident” Monday morning.
Georgia Deputy Dies After Being Shot by Fleeing Suspects
A Decatur County Georgia Sheriff’s Deputy who was shot Saturday following a high speed chase succumbed to his wounds on Monday morning.
Lori Lightfoot’s Chicago: At Least 21 Shot over Weekend
At least 21 people were shot, five fatally, over the weekend in Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s (D) Chicago.
Wayne LaPierre at CPAC: Leftists ‘Would Rather Kill the 2A than Save Lives’
While speaking Sunday at CPAC 2021, the NRA’s Wayne LaPierre suggested leftist politicians “would rather kill the Second Amendment than save lives.”
Mayor Jim Kenney: Philadelphia Needs More Gun Control
Mayor Jim Kenney (D) is responding to Philadelphia’s surge in gun violence by pushing for more gun control laws.
Report: At Least 17 Shot, Four Killed, Friday into Sunday Across Lori Lightfoot’s Chicago
At least 17 people were shot, four fatally, Friday into Sunday in Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s (D) Chicago. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the first fatality occurred at 8:45 p.m. Friday, following an argument in an apartment. A 16-year-old boy was
Rep. Lauren Boebert at CPAC: Democrats Push Gun Laws to Control Americans
Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) noted during the Second Amendment panel at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) Saturday that Democrats and the D.C. bureaucracy want gun control so they can control Americans.
Andy Biggs at CPAC: ATF Creating Law Without Legislative Authority
During Saturday’s Second Amendment panel at CPAC, Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) suggested the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) is busy creating law even though they lack legislative authority.
2 Injured in Friday Night Expressway Shooting in Mayor Lightfoot’s Chicago
Two people were injured when a gunman opened fire on an expressway Friday night in Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s (D) Chicago.
Lawmaker Attempts to Fight Surging Chicago Carjackings by Banning Video Games
Illinois State Rep. Marcus Evans Jr. is attempting to fight a surge in Chicago carjackings by pushing to ban the sales of the Grand Theft Auto video game.
Alleged Intruder Shot to Death in Home’s Bathroom
An alleged intruder was shot to death in the bathroom of a San Diego home Thursday night at about 11:30 p.m.
GOP Sen. Pushes Trump Rule to Protect Financing for Gun Industry
Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-ND) plans to put forward legislation containing a rule to protect access to financing for the gun industry and oil companies.
Oklahoma State Sen. Files Bill to Nullify Biden Gun Controls
An Oklahoma State Senator filed legislation Tuesday that would nullify any gun controls which exceed the level of measures already in place in the state.
Georgia House Weighing Legislation to End Concealed Permit Requirement
The Georgia House is weighing legislation to end the state’s requirement that law-abiding citizens acquire a permit from the state in order carry a handgun for self-defense.
Oregon Democrats Seek to Limit Where Permit Holders Can Carry Guns
Oregon Democrats are pushing legislation to make it illegal for concealed carry permit holders to carry firearms for self-defense in certain public buildings.
Report: Joe Biden Weighing Executive Order on ‘Ghost Guns’
President Joe Biden is reportedly weighing executive action on firearm storage requirements and expanded background checks to cover “ghost guns.”
Merrick Garland: Repealing Gun Maker Lawsuit Protections Doesn’t Raise 2A Issue
Attorney General nominee Merrick Garland suggested Monday repealing lawsuit protections for gun makers does not raise a Second Amendment issue. He addressed the issue directly while being questioned by Senators in Washington, DC.
Indiana House Votes to Abolish Concealed Carry Permit Requirement
On Monday, the Indiana House voted to abolished the state’s requirement that law-abiding citizens acquire a concealed permit in order to carry a gun on their persons for self-defense.
Missouri County Ordinance: Sheriff Can Arrest Feds Who Enforce Gun Control
An ordinance passed by Newton County, Missouri, not only nullifies new federal controls within the county but also makes clear the sheriff can arrest federal agents attempting to enforce those gun controls inside county lines.
Lori Lightfoot’s Chicago: At Least 18 Shot over Weekend
At least 18 people were shot, two fatally, over the weekend in Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s (D) Chicago.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch: Biden Could Make Gun Control Dreams Come True
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch used a February 20, 2021, editorial to suggest President Joe Biden could make the left’s gun control dreams come true.
One Shot Dead, Others Injured in American Legion Attack
One person is dead and multiple others are injured after a Sunday morning shooting at an American Legion in Kennett, Missouri.
Alleged Intruder Shot Dead After ‘Forcibly’ Entering Home
An alleged intruder was shot dead after “forcibly” entering a home in Wapello County, Iowa, Thursday.
Customers, Staff Open Fire, Kill Armed Attacker at Gun Range
Customers and staff opened fire and killed an attacker who had begun shooting at individuals at Jefferson Gun Outlet Saturday afternoon just before 3 p.m.