January 2026 NICS Background Checks Dip Slightly While NFA Checks Surge
The adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System numbers from the NSSF show January firearm sales to be slightly lower from last years report.
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New Mexico Lawmakers Consider Bans On Semi-Auto Rifles And More
Despite some major wins by the 2A crowd in the past few years (including constitutional carry across a broadening swath of the U.S.A.), anti-firearm activists are not giving up easily. The new battleground appears to be the state of New Mexico, where lawmakers are considering a wide range of fire...
Trump DOJ Sides With Gun Owners In Massachusetts Handgun Roster Challenge
The Department of Justice filed an amicus brief backing gun owners in a challenge to Massachusetts’ handgun roster, calling the law unconstitutional under Bruen. The post Trump DOJ Sides With Gun Owners In Massachusetts Handgun Roster Challenge appeared first on The Truth About Guns.
M65 Atomic Cannon — America’s Atomic Annie
During the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union raced to develop weapons that could tip the balance of power. Among the most audacious creations of this era was the M65 Atomic Cannon, an enormous artillery piece capable of firing a nuclear shell. Nicknamed “Atomic Annie,” this wea...
Governors’ Forum at 2026 SHOT Show | VIDEO
The Seven Red state governors at the 2026 SHOT Show Governors Forum had strong opinions and thoughts for restoring Second Amendment rights and protecting the firearms industry from lawfare.
President Trump’s ATF Pick Clears Senate Hearing Easily
By all accounts, Cekada passed the test, and he will likely become the next Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Robert Cekada Poised to become Next ATF Director After Confirmation Hearing
A key theme emerged around Second Amendment protections. Cekada repeatedly vowed that the ATF's mission is "not to burden lawful gun owners."
Trump DOJ Submits Brief in Massachusetts Handgun Roster Case
The Civil Rights Division of the Trump administration Department of Justice has filed an amicus brief defending the Second Amendment against infringements imposed by the Massachusetts handgun roster.
The Filibuster, Senate Power, and the Second Amendment
If the Senate Republicans eliminate the filibuster, they open the door to passing more of President Trump's agenda.
Pirro Threatens to Arrest Lawful Gun Owners in D.C.
"You bring a gun into the District, you mark my words, you're going to jail. I don't care if you have a license in another district and I don't care if you're a law abiding gun owner somewhere else." — Jeanine Ferris Pirro, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.