Current Events in the Gun Industry

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Rifle use in murders dropped after the expiration of the Clinton-Era ban on black rifles.

CPRC Reveals Decline in Rifle Use in Murders Post-Assault Weapons Ban

Despite widespread concerns about so-called “assault weapons,” rifles constitute a surprisingly small fraction of murder weapons — a trend that has decreased over time!

Springfield Armory Saint Victor .308 win. Pistol

SAF and Partners Urge Supreme Court to Review Illinois Gun Ban

They’re seeking a review of Illinois’ ban on modern semi-auto firearms and “large-capacity magazines” in the pivotal case of Harrel v. Raoul.

Janet Yellen.

Treasury Secretary’s Evasive Answers Remind of Need for 2A Privacy

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen couldn’t – or wouldn’t – tell Congress whether or not her department ordered financial institutions to spy on the transactions of private and law-abiding citizens.

Armasight promotion of new thermal bundle.

Armasight Unleashes the Night with Exclusive PVS-14 Magnifier Bundle Promotion!

Armasight, the trailblazer in Thermal and Night Vision, ignites Q1 with an exclusive dealer promotion.

NSSF's report on background checks for Jan. 2024.

Background Checks in January Indicate Steady Interest in Gun Ownership Despite Dip

That’s a 5.6% decrease from January last year. Even the unadjusted FBI figures dropped by 16.6% compared to the same month in 2023.

Springfield Armory Unveils the New SAINT Victor 9mm Carbine

SAF, FPC Push for High Court to Revisit Maryland’s Semi-Auto Ban

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) teamed up with the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms to knock on the Supreme Court’s door again.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul.

Gun Groups Sue New York Over Concealed Carry Ban for Non-Residents

Here’s the deal: GOA and GOF are standing up for several folks who live nearby but can’t carry concealed in New York.

Cori Bush reading a children's book.

‘Suck It Up’ — Anti-Gun Congresswoman’s Private Security Payments Get More Scrutiny

“I also believe in transparency which is why I can confirm that the Department of Justice is reviewing my campaign’s spending on security services,” Rep. Bush said after the new investigations were announced.

Rep. Jim Lucas tries to have a conversation with anti-gun high schoolers.

Indiana Rep. Jim Lucas ‘Flashes’ Pistol to Anti-Gun High Schoolers — Internet Freaks Out!

In a turn of events at the Indiana Statehouse this week, State Rep. Jim Lucas (R) drew attention when he openly displayed his firearm to a group of high school students, reports WEHT/WTVW.

Maryland Sees 700% Increase in Gun Permit Applications after SCOTUS Ruling

CCRKBA Challenges Maryland: Shift Focus From Gun Owners to Actual Criminals

In Gottlieb’s view, the legislation is an unfair, unproductive, and morally questionable shift of responsibility. His message to lawmakers: focus on the criminals, not the law-abiding citizens.