U.S. District Judge Josephine Staton of Santa Ana was the first federal judge to rule on the state’s controversial law. She argued that “assault weapons” are “incredibly effective killing machines” and are not commonly used or necessary for self-defense.
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Think Tank Poll Finds that Levi-Strauss’ Anti-Gun Corporate Activism Likely Hurts Bottom Line
Published: July 25, 2019 { 48 comments }evi’s CEO Chip Bergh bravely took a stance against the “gun violence epidemic.” It may have cost his company big time.
Exclusive: New York Judge Issues Red Flag-Style Gun Confiscation a Full Month Before the Law Takes Effect
Published: July 25, 2019 { 80 comments }A former town judge in New York has been the victim of a personally and politically motivated gun confiscation scheme a full month before the state’s new red flag law is set to take effect, according to the judge’s lawyers at 2AWNY.
Massachusetts Man Uses Magnet to Find Uzi, Handguns in His Neighborhood Pond
Published: July 25, 2019 { 7 comments }An amateur treasure hunter in a town just north of Boston found more than he bargained for last weekend when he dropped a big magnet into his local pond.
New Zealand Prime Minister Announces New Raft of Gun Control Measures, Including Registry
Published: July 24, 2019 { 26 comments }Following a decision to ban and buy back all semi-automatic “assault weapons,” Kiwi Prime Minster Jacinda Ardern announced on Monday a massive new slate of gun control measures designed to “stop remaining weapons from falling into the wrong hands.”
Now-Retracted Yahoo News Story Links Chris Pratt to Guns and Racists
Published: July 18, 2019 { 16 comments }Hollywood actor and outspoken outdoor enthusiast Chris Pratt woke up on Tuesday to an article linking the Guardians of the Galaxy star to both gun enthusiasts and racists.
Disabled Vet Uses AR-15 to Fight Off Four Intruders, Killing Two
Published: July 17, 2019 { 112 comments }A 61-year-old disabled veteran was forced to fight for his life last week as four men armed with guns invaded his secluded home in north-central Florida. Police say the man was found with a gunshot wound to his stomach and an AR-15 across his legs.
Marine Vet Convicted Under NY SAFE Act Has Case Dismissed ‘With Prejudice’
Published: July 16, 2019 { 14 comments }The first man convicted under the New York SAFE Act has been cleared of all charges, and can never be retried for the same charges.
Man Shoots, Kills Machete-Wielding Neighbor Who Broke into His Home
Published: July 15, 2019 { 0 comments }A man living in a suburban neighborhood northeast of Atlanta discovered on Thursday morning his next-door neighbor, 42-year-old Andrew Strauss, breaking the windows on his home and wielding a machete. After warning Strauss to stop, the homeowner shot the intruder, who was pronounced dead at a hospital later that morning.
Premium AR-15 Manufacturer Jumps into the Entry-Level Game: Rock River Arms RRAGE Carbine (Full Review)
Published: July 12, 2019 { 6 comments }Bargain bin ARs are a dime a dozen, but if you’re looking for a more premium option at a great price, check out the new RRAGE Carbine from Rock River Arms. The RRAGE is the newest iteration of Rock River’s LAR-15 series, but it hits a slightly lower price point than its predecessors—without sacrificing quality or performance.