Little-known DOJ Memo Causes Feds to Withdraw Appeal of Handgun Ban for Those Under 21
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Monday that it would withdraw its appeal regarding a federal law that barred handgun sales to adults under 21. This comes after the DOJ’s Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) declared the prohibition unconstitutional in a memo dated September 17, referencing recent judicial decisions, including the Bruen and Wolford […]
Prohibited Glock handgun returns to California due to a debated loophole
California’s recent efforts to regulate Glock pistols have encountered an unexpected development. Just three months after the state put a halt to new Glock sales, a new model has made its way onto the approved handgun roster. The Glock 43X CA was added to the California Department of Justice list on September 29, somehow without […]
5th Circuit: Federal Prohibition on Handgun Sales Across State Lines Contradicts the Second Amendment
Federal Ban on Interstate Handgun Sales Ruled Unconstitutional On Friday, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit determined that the federal prohibition against interstate handgun sales goes against the Second Amendment. The CQ Almanac mentioned that this ban originated from the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968, which was […]
Video on Social Media Demonstrates Poor Techniques for Handgun Practice
Proper Firearm Safety Practices Under Scrutiny There’s a common saying that practice leads to perfection in various fields, but when it comes to firearm safety, it’s surprisingly easy to fall into poor habits. After viewing a recent video shared on X, it might be prudent to rephrase that: proper practice leads to perfection. The videos, […]
Alaska woman uses handgun to protect her dog from a black bear on a secluded trail
An Alaska woman claims that her handgun saved her dog’s life during a black bear encounter while she was mushroom foraging on the Kenai Peninsula earlier this month. Laurie Price was out with her two dogs—Kaos, a German shorthair pointer, and Willis, a chocolate Labrador—near Lake Skilak when the situation turned alarming on June 7. […]
Report: Suspected WHCD Attacker Purchased Handgun and Shotgun Legally
Attack at White House Correspondents’ Dinner Cole Thomas Allen, the individual accused of the incident during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, legally acquired both a handgun and a shotgun in California. This was reported by the Los Angeles Times. According to officials, these firearms were indeed obtained “legally in California.” Interestingly, it was also noted […]
The Smith and Wesson 1911PD Gunsite Edition Handgun
Smith & Wesson 1911PD Gunsite Edition: A Classic Revisited The Smith & Wesson 1911PD Gunsite Edition pistol stands out as a traditional wood grip Commander-style 1911, chambered in .45 ACP. In a world where 2011 models are gaining popularity, there’s something reassuring about the substantial feel and mechanics of a classic 1911 in your grip. […]
“You really messed up, kid” Officer taunts after apprehending murder suspect with converted automatic handgun
Arrest of Murder Suspect in Atlanta Captured on Camera Dash and body camera footage has surfaced showing Atlanta’s special forces officers tackling a murder suspect who was armed with a fully automatic handgun. This incident was highlighted in a video released earlier this month. On October 28, police from the Motor Vehicle Enforcement Unit were […]
Governor Gavin Newsom Enacts Law Classifying Most Common Handgun as a ‘Machinegun’
California Signs “Glock Ban” Bill On Friday, California Governor Gavin Newsom approved Assembly Bill 1127, commonly referred to as the “Glock Ban” bill. This new regulation is set to start on July 1, 2026, prohibiting the sale of new Glock-branded pistols and similar models. The National Shooting Sports Foundation highlighted that this legislation is a […]
Des Moines School Superintendent Arrested for Illegal Presence in U.S. with Loaded Handgun
Public Schools Secretary Ian Andre Roberts, based in Des Moines, Iowa, was apprehended by an Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent after it was revealed that he was illegally residing in the United States and was found with a loaded handgun. On Friday, ICE announced that Roberts, a Guyanese national, had entered the U.S. on a […]