News2A Team

SCOTUS Hears Oral Arguments in Hemani Addressing Controlled Substances and the 2A
SCOTUS heard oral arguments in Hemani, challenging the federal ban on gun possession for marijuana users. Several justices appeared skeptical of the government.

Rhode Island Bill Will Remove Grandfather Clause from 2025 ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban, Creating Felons of Gun Owners
Rhode Island is removing the grandfather clause from its 2025 gun ban. Registered gun owners will become felons overnight, facing 10 years in prison.

GOA-Backed West Virginia Bill Would Allow Civilians to Take Possession of Machineguns
West Virginia introduced a bill that would allow civilians to legally possess machine guns by leveraging a federal exemption for state transfers.

Setting a Personal Minimum Training Standard for Carrying a Firearm — Do You Have One?
Five military and law enforcement professionals share their minimum training standards for carrying a firearm. Here is what they recommend.

Save the Dates: Major Second Amendment Events in 2026
From Houston to Nashville to New Hampshire, 2026 is packed with Second Amendment events. Mark your calendars.

California Bill to Ban Sale or Transfer of 3D Printers Without ‘Firearms Blocking Technology’
California AB-2047 would ban 3D printers without government-certified firearm blocking technology. Circumventing the tech would be a crime.

Nearly 30 Virginia Cities Reaffirm 2A Sanctuary Status as Sheriffs Vow to Back Constitution
Nearly 30 Virginia cities have reaffirmed 2A sanctuary status as county sheriffs publicly vow to defend constitutional rights against unconstitutional gun laws.

Department of Veteran Affairs Ends Discriminatory Practice Against Veterans Denying 2A Rights
The VA will stop reporting veterans to NICS as prohibited persons simply for needing financial help. Up to 250,000 veterans may have their gun rights restored.

NJ Court Upholds Retaliatory Revocation of FPIC Card Using ‘Public Health, Safety & Welfare’ Clause
NJ revoked a man’s FPIC after he appealed his carry permit denial. Despite no felonies or disqualifications, the court upheld the state’s subjective ‘public health’ clause.

Why Policy Changes Do Not Secure Rights — A Warning to Gun Owners
Policy changes can be reversed. Matt lost his FFL and gun rights under Biden’s ATF – and even Trump hasn’t fixed it. Here’s why legislation, not policy, is the only real safeguard.

FPC Reaches Settlement in New York Non-Resident Carry Ban Case
Four NY counties will now accept non-resident carry permit applications after FPC settlement. More may follow – or face court.

Newly Composed Third Circuit Issues Decision in NJ Case Regarding 3D Files, Considering First and Second Amendment
The Third Circuit’s first ruling under its new composition tackles free speech and firearms. The result? Case dismissed.

