William J. Ryan worked behind the scenes in some of the ATF's biggest firearms controversies. Federal court records reveal his role in pistol brace litigation, Rare Breed Triggers, and the agency's gun classification decisions.
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The Finnish Defence Forces Innovation Unit and VR/XR company Varjo are collaborating to test and develop virtual solutions for counter-UAS training. Helsinki, Finland – October 29, 2026 – The partnership between the Defence Forces and Varjo reflects the growing need to prepare for drone threa...
SAF’s new factsheet answers ‘weapon of war’ claims in Supreme Court briefs with quotes from founders, judges and scholars from 1765 to 1898. Read the original story: SAF’s Kostas Moros Answers Everytown and Cook County With Founders, Judges, and 1800s Schoolbooks
Palmetto State Armory now ships short-barreled rifles without ATF Form 4 to 17 states, including Texas. Here’s what the injunction covers. Read the original story: Palmetto State Armory Starts Shipping Short-Barreled Rifles Without a Form 4 to 17 States, and Its Seat as an Original Plaintiff Pu...
The Justice Department opened an October 14 investigation into alleged firearm-permit delays in Pennsauken, New Jersey. The inquiry examines possible Second Amendment violations; it does not establish that a violation occurred. The post DOJ Investigates Pennsauken Gun-Permit Delays Over Second Am...
A DoorDash driver acted in self-defense when he shot a man during an alleged attempt to take his vehicle and firearm in Martinez, Georgia, the Columbia County Sheriff's Office says. The driver faces no charge at this stage, while investigators plan an attempted-hijacking charge against the wounde...
Arkansas voters decide Tuesday on Issue 2, which would add ammunition, firearm accessories and components to the state constitution. Read the original story: Arkansas Voters Decide Tuesday Whether to Write Ammunition, Accessories and Gun Components Into the State Constitution
SHIELD Sights are celebrating 40 years in business, founded in the UK back in 1986, SHIELD Sights have gained a global reputation for their sights including the SMS, RMS, AMS and new OMS line. Their early history is fascinating with the company providing designs and OEM expertise to many wel...
Oregon already has some of America's toughest gun laws, yet gun control activists are demanding more after the deadly Bend school shooting. The restrictions failed to stop the killer. An armed parent did.