National 2A News

Gun Right Groups Sue Massachusetts Over Vague “Assault Style” Firearms Ban
The NRA, GOAL, Pioneer Valley Arms, and three individual NRA members have filed a lawsuit against Massachusetts regarding their ban on so-called “assault style” firearms.

District Court Rules New York MUST Accept Non-Resident Concealed Carry Applications
New York, home to some of the most onerous and repressive restrictions on Second Amendment rights, received a rare and overdue pro-gun ruling today. A district court judge told the state they must accept applications for concealed carry permits from non-residents, thanks to Gun Owners of America and Gun Owners Foundation.

Tenth Circuit Find’s New Mexico’s 7-Day Waiting Period for Firearms Unconstituitonal
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit has issued a preliminary injunction against New Mexico’s unconstitutional seven day waiting period for purchasing firearms.

Minnesota Judge Strikes Down Ban on Binary Triggers Passed in Omnibus Bill
On August 18, 2025, a Minnesota judge struck down a ban on binary triggers, which carried a penalty of up to 20 years in prison, ruling it unconstitutional due to its inclusion in a 1,400-page omnibus bill.

DOJ Dismisses Case Challenging Concealed Carry Ban in U.S. Post Offices
The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to dismiss its appeal in U.S. v. Ayala which deals with the carrying of firearms on postal service property.

AMM-Con Set to Ignite Advocacy at 2025 Gun Rights Policy Conference
AMM-Con is right around the corner and it’s sure to be an amazing event for media members and Second Amendment advocates alike.

Gun Rights Groups Sue Massachusetts Over Non-Resident Concealed Carry Process
SAF and GOAL are taking the state of Massachusetts to task over their unconstitutional discrimination against non-residents.

Oklahoma Governor Signs Bill Preventing Discrimination Against Firearms Industry
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has signed legislation preventing discrimination against the firearms industry.

A New Trend in America? Virginia Sheriff Lowers Concealed Carry Permit Fee by 70%
Wythe County, Virginia, Sheriff Anthony Cline has just done what numerous towns in New Jersey have started doing. That is, supporting the rights of the citizenry by removing unconstitutional and punitive taxes on permits to carry a firearm in public for self defense.

Ninth Circuit Revives Challenge Against Los Angeles Over Concealed Carry Arrests
Los Angeles, which, before the Bruen ruling, was essentially a no-issue zone when it came to carry permits, is once again being challenged over the arrests of citizens who would’ve otherwise qualified to exercise their Second Amendment right.

Sixth Circuit: Machineguns Are Arms Under 2A; But Restrictions Are Constitutional
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit finds that machineguns are considered to be arms under the Second Amendment but somehow finds a way to mention Bruen and other important precedent but still squirm its way into stating that restrictions on this type of arm are OK.

Minnesota Supreme Court Rules Firearms Manufactured By Individuals Do Not Require a Serial Number
The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that privately made firearms, also known as “ghost guns,” don’t need serial numbers under state law unless required by federal law. In Minnesota v. Vagle, the Court overturned a conviction, clarifying that only federal mandates apply.
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