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33 House Republicans Advise POTUS on Priorities for Next Attorney General
33 House Republicans just sent President Trump a letter laying out exactly what they want from his next attorney general on the Second Amendment. The pressure is on.
Virginia Senators Introduce Measure to Federalize Contentious State Gun Control Measures
Senators Kaine and Warner just introduced a bill to drag Virginia’s aggressive gun control agenda onto the national stage. It spans five Titles of new federal restrictions.
‘Gun Rights Group’ Backs Bill That Would Give Special 2A Privileges to Retired Special Forces
A Republican congressman wants to give retired Special Forces veterans concealed carry privileges that ordinary Americans don’t get. And a ‘gun rights’ group is cheering it on.
Second Amendment Highlights from Around the Country – Week of April 13, 2026
Anti-gun Virginia politician commits murder-suicide. Kentucky overrides veto for under-21 carry. Hawaii drops non-resident carry ban.
13 Senators Write Joint Letter Against ATF’s Enforcement of Biden-era Pistol Brace Rule
13 U.S. Senators demand the ATF stop enforcing the Biden-era pistol brace rule that was struck down in court in 2024.
DOJ Numb to Infringements on Second Amendment Liberties in Post Office Mailing Ban Case
The DOJ admits the 1927 firearms mailing ban is unconstitutional but tells gun owners to just wait for new regulations. No urgency on 2A rights.
Old Dominion Showdown – Spanberger Expands Restrictions in ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban
Virginia governor amends the assault weapons ban to broaden restrictions. The DOJ is watching, and a showdown looms on April 22.
Second Circuit Appeals Court Upholds Stun Gun and Taser Ban in New York City
The Second Circuit upheld NYC’s ban on stun guns and tasers, claiming they are not in common use. SAF calls it an abuse of the Second Amendment.
Virginia Governor Spanberger Signs Some Gun Control Laws; AWB and Others Await Signature
Virginia governor signs gun control laws targeting manufacturers and homemade firearms, but the AR-15 ban still awaits her signature.
DOJ Civil Rights Division Puts Virginia Governor on Notice Over ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban
The DOJ just warned Virginia it will sue if the governor signs the AR-15 ban. A historic first for the Civil Rights Division.
Second Amendment Highlights from Around the Country – Week of April 6, 2026
Judge Benitez retires, the White House budget goes pro-2A, and Rhode Island lawmakers prepare to make felons of gun owners.
Maryland Bill to Outlaw Glock Pistols and Clones Goes to Governor’s Desk
Maryland is about to ban Glock pistols. The bill targets Gen 5 and earlier models along with clones, with up to three years in prison.
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