News2A Team

Interview With Scott Presler at the NRA’s 2025 Great American Outdoor Show
News2A was on the ground at the NRA’s 2025 Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on February 1st, where we encountered political activist Scott Presler. Known for his grassroots efforts in voter registration, Presler was actively engaging with attendees to bolster Republican voter numbers. We seized the moment to conduct an exclusive interview with him, discussing his innovative strategies, notable achievements, and his vision for future political campaigns.

President Trump Signs Executive Order Protecting the Second Amendment
On Friday, February 7, 2025, President Trump issued an executive order created to protect the Second Amendment. The purpose of the order is to seek out infringements within the federal government and do away with them. Read on to see what the President has planned.

Federal Court Decision Takes Another Swing at Ban on Machinegun Possession
In a decision that’s likely to cause the heads of gun grabbers to melt, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi issued a truly Constitutional ruling. Machineguns are indeed protected by the Second Amendment.

Interview: Armed NJ Homeowner Defends Children, Wife, and Home from Three Invaders
Join us for an in-depth interview with John Kabourakis. John is a Howell, NJ, homeowner that recently armed himself to fend off three criminals that broke into his home in the wee hours of the morning while his two children slept upstairs. Video of the encounter is included.

2A Groups File to End NJ Ban on Hollowpoint Ammo for Concealed Carry
New Jersey’s infamous ban on hollowpoint ammunition is being challenged in federal court by the Coalition of New Jersey Firearms Owners, Gun Owners of America and Gun Owners Foundation. In light of Bruen and other relevant and recent Supreme Court precedent, can this 47 year old law finally be overturned?

Fifth Circuit Appeals Court Protects 2A rights of Adults Under 21
On January 30th, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals made a significant ruling in Reese v. ATF, allowing 18-to-20-year-olds in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas to legally purchase handguns. This decision declares the federal age restriction on handgun purchases for this age group as unconstitutional, aligning with recent Supreme Court interpretations of the Second Amendment.

NJ Assembly Introduces Bill Requiring Background Checks for All Household Members
New Jersey has long been a testing ground for gun control measures. In a first-of-its-kind move, Assemblywoman, Carol Murphy has proposed a bill requiring all members of a household to pass a background check whenever one member wants to purchase a firearm.

2A Victory Opens Window for California Non-Resident Carry Permits
In a legal victory for gun rights, a court ruling compels California to issue concealed carry permits to non-residents. The lawsuit was filed by the California Rifle & Pistol Association, Gun Owners of America, Gun Owners of California, and the Second Amendment Foundation.

The 9th Circuit on Bearable Arms, Knives, & Hawaii — More Shenanigans
As is often the case in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, the court uses legal maneuvers to sidestep issuing or affirming a pro-Second Amendment ruling. Read about the details of Hawaii’s case, which involved butterfly knives and other edged weapons.

FPC Sues ATF Over Prohibition on Gun Sales to Out-of-State Buyers
FPC has filed a lawsuit to challenge the federal prohibition on selling handguns to out-of-state buyers, even though these buyers undergo the same background check they would in their home state. If rifles can be sold to out-of-state buyers, why can’t handguns?

Federal Judge Denies NJ-led Coalition from Meddling in 2A Lawsuit
Today, a coalition of states led by New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin was swiftly denied its motion to intervene in a case challenging the ATF’s authority to enact firearms-related rules. The denial came from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

Third Circuit AGAIN Upholds 2A Rights for Pennsylvania Young Adults
For the second time, the US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit ruled in favor of young Americans desiring to carry firearms publicly. Read about the case, brought by SAF, FPC, and three private citizens.

