National 2A News

A person holding a so-called 'assault weapon'.

Illinois ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban Overturned…For Now

Illinois, one of the most anti-gun, anti-2A states in the nation, has just seen a reprieve from an unconstitutional law enacted two years ago. Federal Judge Stephen McGlynn has permanently blocked the “assault weapons” ban portion of the Protect Illinois Communities Act (PICA). The state has already filed an appeal, and only time will tell whether the injunction will stand or be overturned.

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A colorful sign that says Memphis

2A Coalition Sues Memphis for Violating State Preemption Law

The city of Memphis, Tennessee, has enacted a carry ban, an “assault weapon” ban, and local red flag laws, all in direct violation of the state’s preemption law, which prohibits such measures. Second Amendment rights groups are taking the city to court, challenging what they argue is illegal and unconstitutional overreach.

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President-Elect Donald J. Trump and Vice President-Elect JD Vance.

Trump Wins Presidency, Pro-Gun Candidates Sweep Races

A historic and unprecedented victory for freedom, security, and likely the Second Amendment: Former U.S. President Donald J. Trump has been elected as the 47th President of these great United States. In a clear sign that Americans are fed up with the failed policies and rights suppression of the left, pro-2A candidates swept races nationwide.

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The US Court of Appeals for the District of Colombia.

Appeals Court Decides Mass Shootings A Reason to Ban Magazines

The DC Court of Appeals recognized that so-called “extra-large capacity magazines”—in this case, those holding 17 rounds—are indeed covered by the Second Amendment. However, the court applied inconsistent reasoning, citing criminal misuse and mass shootings as justifications for prohibiting vetted, law-abiding citizens from owning them.

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A youth baseball game

FPC Challenges Texas Ban on Carrying Firearms in Public Locations

Most people see Texas as the ultimate land of firearms liberty—and in many ways, it is. However, what many don’t realize is that Texas has certain location-based carry restrictions, some of which are even stricter than those in less gun-friendly states. This lawsuit specifically challenges bans on carrying firearms in bars, racetracks, and at sporting events.

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