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California Seeks to Ban Protected Speech – Computer Code – Related to 3D Printing of Firearms
California AG Rob Bonta is suing two Florida companies for distributing 3D printing files. But computer code is protected speech under the First Amendment.
Fifth Circuit Dismisses Possession Charge, Hints at Need for SCOTUS to Clarify Bruen
The Fifth Circuit ruled that a simple drug possession charge can’t strip someone of their Second Amendment rights for life. The court says SCOTUS may need to weigh in.
Plumsted, New Jersey Becomes First Town in 2026 to Rebate Carry Permit Fees
Plumsted becomes the 16th NJ town to rebate carry permit fees – and the first in 2026. One resident’s persistent advocacy made it happen.
Tennessee Court Forces Documents to Be Opened in 2023 Covenant School Shooting
A Tennessee appeals court ruled that documents related to the 2023 Covenant School shooting must be released. The shooter’s manifesto may finally see the light of day.
New Mexico Legislature Poised to Punish FFLs, Creates New Category of Firearms to Disarm Citizens
New Mexico wants to ban gas-operated semiautomatic firearms and magazines over 10 rounds. They’re calling them ‘extremely dangerous weapons.’
U.S. Attorney Pirro: ‘I don’t care if you’re a law-abiding gun owner…’
Trump’s U.S. Attorney for D.C. says she’ll jail law-abiding gun owners who cross state lines. This is the same DOJ that claims to protect the Second Amendment.
Hawaii Democrats Dream Up New Infringement: Citizens Must Carry Lethal and Non-Lethal Defensive Tools
Hawaii wants to force concealed carriers to also carry a stun gun – or lose their permit. The data behind the bill doesn’t exist.
Ninth Circuit Issues Decision in Knife Rights v. Bonta on California Switchblade Ban
The Ninth Circuit upheld California’s switchblade ban, and Bondi’s DOJ helped make it happen. Here’s what the court said about Bruen.
New Jersey’s Posture Remains Anti-Gun Under Acting Attorney General Davenport in ‘Sensitive Places’ Case
NJ’s acting AG filed a response brief in the sensitive places case, maintaining the state’s anti-gun posture ahead of en banc arguments on Feb. 11.
DOJ’s Second Amendment Section Files Brief in Support of Massachusetts Gun Owners
The DOJ’s Second Amendment Section filed its seventh pro-2A brief, backing gun owners challenging Massachusetts’ approved firearms roster.
Pam Bondi’s ATF Shows Intent to ‘Limit Sale and Distribution of FRTs’ in Court Filing
The Bondi DOJ filed a ‘Statement of Interest’ admitting the ATF wants to limit Forced Reset Trigger sales – despite losing in court.
Colorado Bill Would Regulate Sale of Firearms Barrels and Create Database of Transactions
Colorado SB26-043 would require all firearm barrel sales go through an FFL while creating a database of buyer information and barrel details.
