National 2A News
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.
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.
Virginia Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Ban ‘Assault Firearms’ and Pave Way for ‘Buybacks’
Virginia SB749 bans ‘assault firearms’ and magazines over 10 rounds. Grandfathering for firearms owned before July 1, 2026, but not for magazines.
N.J. Democrat Introduces Congressional Bill to Ban Online Ammunition Sales Nationally
N.J. Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman reintroduces H.R.7166 to ban online ammo sales, require face-to-face purchases, and mandate bulk purchase reporting.
Statements on ICE Shooting From Bondi Justice Department and FBI Undermine Second Amendment
DHS, FBI, and DOJ officials made statements after the Minneapolis ICE shooting that mischaracterize Second Amendment rights and impugn millions of lawful gun owners.
GOA’s Erich Pratt on the BBB and 2026 Plans
Senior Vice President Erich Pratt from Gun Owners of America chatted with News2A contributor John Petrolino. Petrolino interviewed Pratt in June about GOA’s victories as well as their plans into 2026. The Big Beautiful Bill was front and center during their conversation as well as the power of grassroots activism.
Fifth Circuit Denies DOJ’s Request to Delay Case Addressing Ban on Carry at Post Offices
The Fifth Circuit denied the Bondi DOJ’s request to delay the post office carry case. Chief Judge Elrod found no compelling reason to wait.
U.S. District Court Shuts Down Everytown-Backed Case Seeking Baltimore’s Firearms Trace Data
A federal judge ruled against Baltimore and Everytown, protecting firearms trace data that could have compromised innocent citizens’ privacy.
ATF Moves to Redefine ‘Unlawful User Of or Addicted to Controlled Substances’ in Proposed Rule
The ATF’s proposed rule slightly loosens the definition of ‘unlawful user’ but would still prohibit regular marijuana use, even if rescheduled.
Bondi Justice Department Dismisses Its Appeal in Second Amendment Case Out of Texas
The U.S. Department of Justice agreed to a mutual dismissal in a Second Amendment case challenging the domestic violence protective order gun ban.
Washington Redefines ‘3D Printer’ in Bid to Expand Gun Control
Washington’s HB 2321 redefines 3D printers to include milling machines, requiring blocking tech to prevent firearm manufacturing.
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