Justice Department classifies ATF cybersecurity event as significant incident
17 Iranians Charged in Cyber Theft Campaign The Department of Justice has brought charges against 17 individuals from Iran, alleging that they were involved in an extensive cyber theft operation targeting U.S. universities and government entities. According to reporter Alexandria Hoff, these hackers have been compromising networks to steal intellectual property since as far back […]
ATF Cautions on ‘Straw Purchases’ of Guns, Initiates Campaign Against Illegal Firearms in Texas
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Tackling Illegal Gun Sales The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is joining forces with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) to raise awareness about illegal gun sales, particularly focusing on straw purchases in San Antonio. The initiative, called the “Don’t Lie for the Other Guy” campaign, aims to […]
Chinese vaping companies take advantage of legal gaps with nicotine alternative, warns former ATF official
Concerns Over E-Cigarette Companies Targeting Youth A former law enforcement official has raised alarms about illegal e-cigarette manufacturers in China who are taking advantage of legal loopholes to sell flavored disposable e-cigarettes to minors. These companies are substituting nicotine with unregulated alternatives, making it harder to regulate their products. “These Chinese organized crime groups have […]
New ATF Regulation May Lead to Classic Confrontation Between Small Businesses and Online Sellers
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has proposed a new regulation that may allow consumers to buy firearms online without visiting their local Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL). This could lead to tensions between online retailers and consumers. This proposal, announced on May 8, updates the rules concerning “off-the-counter” sales by FFLs. The […]
Groups Against Second Amendment Pressure ATF to Maintain Challenging Gun Transfer Process
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) announced on Wednesday that it is withdrawing its proposal to facilitate transfers between federal firearms licensees (FFLs) due to “significant adverse comments.” On May 6, ATF put forward a plan to implement what it called a “licensee ‘eZ Check’ certification for transfer.” This was part of […]
Gun Rights Organization Criticizes ‘Unacceptable’ Regulation Suggested by Trump’s ATF
GOA Criticizes ATF’s Proposed Record-Keeping Rules The Gun Owners Association of America (GOA) has taken issue with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) regarding new proposed regulations concerning the retention of firearm sales records. Recently, the ATF announced suggested rules outlining that it would no longer maintain firearm sales documentation “indefinitely.” The […]
ATF Director Discusses Agency’s Support for Virginia Gun Owners Facing Gun Ban
ATF Director Comments on Gun Sales in Virginia On Thursday, ATF Director Robert Secada shared with Breitbart News that he collaborated with his agency to fast-track the approval for Virginians wanting to buy firearms before new state gun laws take effect. According to reports, a ban on AR-15s and similar semi-automatic rifles, labeled “assault weapons” […]
Comer requests ATF records regarding Biden team’s connections to Everytown gun control group.
Supreme Court Decision on Gun Ownership for Marijuana Users The Supreme Court has made a significant ruling, stating that individuals who regularly use marijuana cannot be denied the right to own firearms. This unanimous decision, reported by Fox News host Sean Hannity, clarifies that current federal gun laws do not allow for such restrictions. Legal […]
Tyler Robinson’s defense requests the judge to eliminate the death penalty in the ATF report dispute.
Tyler Robinson’s Defense Seeks Delay, Opposes Cameras in Utah Court The legal proceedings surrounding Tyler Robinson are heating up as his defense team aims to limit the evidence in his trial for the murder of Charlie Kirk and to delay proceedings altogether. Meanwhile, prosecutors are moving forward with plans to pursue the death penalty. In […]
Sneak Preview of ATF Dog Training Program
ATF’s Canine Division Training in Virginia Recently, we had a chance to visit the ATF National Canine Division located in Front Royal, Virginia, where we observed the training sessions for the dogs. It was pretty fascinating. ATF Senior Trainer James James described these dogs as “detection dogs” that play a crucial role in protecting against […]