NPR Advises Readers to ’Decolonize” Their Bookshelves by Removing White Authors
National Public Radio (NPR) posted a tweet Saturday urging every reader to begin "decolonizing your bookshelf."
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Sophia Bush Pushes Gun Control Amid Mass Rioting and Looting
Actress Sophia Bush is pushing stricter firearm regulation in the form testing, insurance, and other requirements, all of which would limit law-abiding citizens access to firearms amid mass rioting and looting in response to the police involveddeath of George Floyd.
Taco Shop Employees Walk Off Job Rather than Serve Police Officers
Employees at one of theColumbus, Ohio, Condado Tacos walked off the job on Tuesday to avoid full a catering order for police officers.
Superintendent Says No More Armed Officers to Protect School Kids
Portland, Oregon'sPublic Schools Superintendent Guadalupe Guerrero says he will no longer have armed officers in schools to protect children.
Facebook Blacklists Georgia Candidate's Warning to ANTIFA After 2 Million Views
Facebook blacklisted Congressional candidate Marjorie Taylor Greene's (R-GA) warning to ANTIFA after it received two million views, claiming that the video is an "incitement" to violence.
Chicago Police Arrest Man Coming Out of Looted Store -- on Federal Gun Charges
A man coming out of a looted store in Chicago was arrested by police and faces federal gun charges after it was discovered he was an eight-time felon allegedly in possession of a firearm.
Nancy Pelosi Surrounded by Guards as She Walks Among Protesters
Video from Wednesday afternoon shows Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) surrounded by guards as she walked near protesters.
Donald Trump: Americans Buy Guns for Safety yet Democrats Want to Take Them Away
During a June 3 interview on the Brian Kilmeade Show, President Trump observed that Americans buy guns for safety, yet Democrats want to take them away.
West Palm Beach Mayor Bans Guns, Ammo Sales in Response to Rioters
West Palm Beach Florida Mayor Keith James declared a 72-hour State of Local Emergency on May 31, 2020, in response to riotous protests and the declaration includes a ban on gun and ammunition sales throughout the city.
Tom Cotton: Media That Criticized Re-Opening Businesses Mum as Anarchists Destroy Cities
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) is pointing out the media talking heads that criticized governors for re-opening after the coronavirus shutdown are eerily silent as "thousands of anarchists" are tearing up cities around the nation.
George W. Bush Cheers Protests as Sign of 'Strength'
Former President George W. Bush cheered the nationwide protests Tuesday, suggesting they are a show of "strength."
'Law & Order' Spinoff Writer Fired for Threatening to 'Light Up' West Hollywood Protesters
Craig Gore, the writer of NBC's"Law & Order" spinoff was fired after he reportedly threatened to "light up" violent protesters causing chaos in West Hollywood.
Report: May 2020 Gun Sales Up 80 Percent over Last Year
A report from Small Arm Analytics & Forecasting says gun sales in May 2020 were up 80 percent over the sales of May 2019.
Double Barrel Shotgun Used to Keep Looters from California Gym
Mendy's Gym on Van Nuys Blvd. posted a man with a double barrel shotgun at the front door to keep looters from entering the premises.
Congressional Candidate with AR-15 Delivers Message to ANTIFA: 'Stay the Hell out of NW Georgia'
Congressional candidate Majorie Greene (R-GA-14) released a video on June 2, 2020, in which she holds an AR-15 and tells ANTIFA, "Stay the Hell Out of NW Georgia.
Looter Dead After Allegedly Breaking into Gun Store, Getting Shot by Owner
A looter who allegedly broke into a Philadelphia gun store overnight was pronounced dead at the scene after the store owner shot him in the head just after 4 a.m.
Armed Business Owners Turn Back Alleged Looters in California
Business owners in Van Nuys, California, armed with shotguns and other long guns turned back alleged looters on Monday.
WATCH: FL Sheriff Recommends Armed Residents Blow Looters 'Back Out of the House'
Polk County Florida Sheriff Grady Judd is recommending armed residents in his county should blow looters "back out of the house."
FBI: May 2020 Shatters Firearm Background Check Record
The number of National Instant Criminal Background System Checks (NICS) conducted in May 2020 shattered the record for the most checks conducted in any May since the inception of background checks.
Louisville Police Shoot Man After Being Fired Upon from Large Crowd
Louisville Metropolitan Police officers shot and killed a man early Monday after being fired upon by someone in a large group of people in a parking lot.
Joe Biden: Cops Should Shoot Suspects 'in the Leg Instead of the Heart'
Democrat presidential hopeful Joe Biden suggests that police training would change for the better if it included teaching officers to shoot unarmed people in the leg rather than firing a fatal shot.
Five Great Firearms for Home Defense
With violence and mayhem flooding our streets and rioters threatening suburbs as well as cities, here are five firearm options you might consider for home defense.
Protesters Graffiti Lincoln Memorial: 'Y'all Not Tired Yet?'
Someone in Washington DC spray painted the question, "Y'all Not Tired Yet?" on the Lincoln Memorial during the May 31, 2020, protests.
WATCH: ‘Take His Ass’ – Protesters Take Down Rioter, Hand Him Over to Police
Protesters gathering in Washington, DC, May 31, 2020, pinned down a rioter who was damaging property and handed him over to police, yelling, "Take his ass."
WATCH: ‘Take His Ass’ – DC Protesters Tackle Rioter, Hand Him over to Police
Protesters gathering in Washington, DC, May 31, 2020, pinned down a rioter who was damaging property and handed him over to police, yelling, "Take his ass."
Hawkins: Last Night We Saw Why Americans Own 16+ Million AR-15s
As televisions and computers showed a fourth day of protesters turned rioters Saturday, looting and destroying property, it was readily apparent why Americans own 16+ million AR-15s.
WATCH: Armed New York Business Owner Fires Warning Shot for Looters
A business owner in Rochester, New York, drove up near would-be looters by his store, exited his vehicle, and fired at least one warning shot from a long gun.
Protesters Set NYPD Cars Ablaze in Union Square
Protesters climbed atop NYPD squad vehicles, crushed emergency lights and knocked out the vehicles' windows in Union Square on Saturday.
Protesters Chant 'Eat the Rich' While Marching Through Beverly Hills
Protesters marching against the death of George Floyd chanted "Eat the Rich" while moving through Beverly Hills.
Police Cars in LA, Chicago Damaged and Destroyed by Protesters
LAPD squad cars were damaged and, in some cases, destroyed Saturday as crowds converged on Los Angeles' streets for a fourth day of protests over the death of George Floyd.
Report: Majority of Arrested Minneapolis Rioters Have Minnesota Addresses
Jail records show that the vast number of arrested Minneapolis protesters have Minnesota addresses: 38 of the 45 individuals arrested.
WATCH: Armed Store Owners Protect Businesses from Looters
Numerous armed business owners in Minneapolis can be seen on video standing guard to shield their businesses from looters
Intrusion Suspect in 'Grave Condition' After Homeowner Shoots Him in Head
An intrusion suspect in Lorain, Ohio, is in "grave condition" after a homeowner shot him in the head Friday.
Claim: Bullet Shattered Window of AZ RNC Office During 'MAGA Meet Up'
The Republican National Committee believes a bullet shattered a window near where GOP volunteers were hosting a "MAGA Meet Up."
Hawkins: The 2nd Amendment Is a Bulwark when Law and Order Crumbles
The Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States is a bulwark, a safe haven guarding Americans' ability to be prepared to defend their lives and liberty as law and order crumbles in cities across America.
At Least 7 People Shot in Louisville, KY, During Protests Against Police
At least seven people were shot Thursday night in Louisville, Kentucky, during protests against police.
Madonna: 'No One Should be Allowed to Carry a Gun. Most of All Cops'
Left-wing pop icon Madonna offered the kind of hot take in response to George Floyd's death that she's become famous for, by suggesting that "no one should be able to carry a gun," especially police officers.
Report: Fort Leavenworth Soldier Intervenes, Takes Out Active Shooter
A Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, soldier intervened during a firearm-based attack Wednesday morning and took out an alleged active shooter.
Police Union President: Baltimore Mayor More Upset by Trump Visit than 10 Murders over Weekend
Mike Mancuso, president of the Fraternal Order of Police for Baltimore City Lodge No. 3, claims Baltimore MayorBernard C. “Jack” Young (D) was more upset over President Trump's Memorial Day visit than over the 10 individuals killed in the city over weekend.
Gretchen Whitmer, Without Evidence, Claims Protesters Carrying 'Automatic' Weapons
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) claimed, without evidence, on Tuesday that she has seen shutdown protesters carrying "automatic rifles" outside her house.
Report: New York Store Clerk Arrested for Shooting Alleged Knife-Wielding Robber with Unlicensed Gun
A Brooklyn, New York, grocery store was reportedly arrested after using an unlicensed gun to shoot an alleged knife-wielding robbery suspect Monday night.
Over 40 Shot, 10 Fatally, Across Memorial Weekend in Chicago
Over 40 people were shot, ten fatally, over Memorial Weekend in gun-controlled Chicago.
At Least 17 Shot in Twelve Hours in Democrat-Controlled St. Louis
Seventeen people were shot in 12 hours--ranging Saturday into Sunday--in Democrat-controlled St. Louis.
Alaskan Armed Citizen Saves Officers, Foils Mass Shooting
An armed citizen inKwethluk, Alaska, intervened on behalf of officers and foiled a mass shooting at the village's public safety building.
Four Shot Dead, 11 Injured During First 36 Hours of Memorial Weekend in Chicago
Four people were shot dead and at least 11 were injured as shootings occurred across gun-controlled Chicago during the first 36 hours of Memorial Weekend
Boston Globe: More Laws Needed Because Gun Kit Sales 'Seem to Be on the Rise'
The Boston Globeran an editorial in support of the Democrats' latest gun control push and bolstered their position by suggesting gun kit sales "seem to be on the rise.
Hawkins: Shutdowns Show Numerous Democrats Don't See 2nd Amendment as Essential
Coronavirus shutdowns around the country have succeeded in showing that numerous Democrat governors do not view the Second Amendment as essential.
VA Democrat City Councils Flip to GOP in Response to Northam Gun Control
The city councils in Staunton and Waynesboro, Virginia, flipped from Democrat to Republican on Tuesday, as voters pushed back against Gov. Ralph Northam's (D) gun control agenda.
Man Wounds 3 After Allegedly Announcing Shooting on Snapchat
Three people were injured Wednesday night when a man opened fire on an outdoor mall in Glendale, Arizona, after allegedly announcing the start of the attack on Snapchat.
WATCH: Man Who Shot Suspect to Save Girlfriend Suggests Biden's Gun Control Undermines Self-Defense
After BJ Baldwin, president of Baldwin Motorsports, shot an attacker in Las Vegas to save his girlfriend he stressed that he would not have been able to protect her if Joe Biden's gun controls had been in place.
Law Enforcement: Florida Air Base Shooter Had Prior Contact with Al Qaeda
Law enforcement sources indicate that Pensacola, Florida, Naval Air Base gunmanMohammedAlshamrani had contact with Al Qaeda prior to opening fire on innocents on December 6, 2019.
Hillary Clinton Lumps Armed Shutdown Protesters Alongside 'Domestic Terrorism'
Unsuccessful 2016 Democrat presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton lumped in armed shutdown protesters with "domestic terrorism" following Michigan shutdown protests.
Ventura County Pivots in Face of Lawsuit, Orders Gun Stores Reopened
Ventura County, California, pivoted on Friday, just days before a hearing was to be held on a request for a preliminary against the county's decision to close gun stores during the coronavirus shutdown.
Sen. John Cornyn Counters Democrats: Enough Gun Control Already
Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) countered a Democrat-led push for more regulations on "ghost guns" by making clear his belief that there is enough gun control already.
Police Sergeant Fired After Hiding During Parkland Shooting Gets Job Back
Broward Sheriff's Office Sergeant Brian Miller was fired after hiding behind his car during the February 14, 2018, Parkland school shooting, but has now been rehired following union action on his behalf.
Report: Democrat Mark Kelly Silent on Financial 'Windfall' from Chinese Company
A report from RealClearPolitics points out that Democrat Mark Kelly has been mum on the financial "windfall" his company gained from the Chinese tech giant, Tencent.
Everytown: Gun Sales Surge Results in More 'Children' Shooting People
Michael Bloomberg-founded Everytown for Gun Safety claims the record-setting gun sales of March and April 2020 resulted in a situation where "children" are accidentally shooting people at increased levels.
Black Panthers In Georgia Neighborhood Protesting Ahmaud Arbery's Death
Video from various sources appears to show armed Black Panthers on Monday walking through the very Brunswick, Georgia, neighborhood where Ahmaud Arbery was shot and killed in late February.
Report: NY Women Seeking Guns out of Fear of Coronavirus Crime Wave
A New York Post report claims women in New York are seeking guns in anticipation of what they fear is a coming coronavirus crime wave.
Gun-Controlled Chicago: 4 Dead, 19 Wounded in Weekend Shootings
Four people were killed and nearly 20 others were wounded in shootings in gun-controlled Chicago over the weekend.
Bloomberg-Founded Gun Control Group Pledges $8M to Turn Texas Blue
Mike Bloomberg-founded Everytown for Gun Safety is spending $8 million in hopes of turning Texas blue in the November 2020 elections.
Husband and Wife in Their 80s Fatally Shot in Veterans' Cemetery
A husband and wife in their 80s were fatally shot Friday morning while at theDelaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Bear, Delaware.
Justin Trudeau's 'Assault Weapons' Ban Includes Numerous Bolt Action Rifles
An close examination of Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's ban of 1,500 "assault weapons" reveals the list of prohibited firearms includes a number of bolt action rifles.
Neighbors Run to Aid of Man in His 80s, Shoot Attacker
Neighbors of a man in his 80s who came under attack intervened Thursday night and shot the alleged attacker multiple times.
Hunting Increases as Fears of Meat Shortage Rise
Hunting in East Coast and Midwestern states is on the rise as Americans grapple with fears of a national meat shortage.
Judge Rules Against Massachusetts Governor's Gun Store Closures
On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Douglas P. Woodlock ruled that Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker's (R) order closing gun stores as "non-essential" business infringed on Second Amendment rights.
Report: Nearly 1.8 Million Firearms Sold in April 2020 Alone
The gun purchasing surge being witnessed during the Chinese coronavirus shutdown resulted in the sale of nearly two million firearms last month alone.
FBI: April 2020 Sets Record for Firearm Background Checks
FBI figures show April 2020 witnessed more firearm background checks than any April since the inception of the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS), in 1998.
Poll: Americans Oppose Reopening Gun and Clothing Stores
A Washington Post-University of Maryland poll shows 70 percent of Americans oppose reopening gun stores at this point in the coronavirus recovery process, and 69 percent oppose reopening clothing and other retail stores.
Biden Enjoys Armed Protection While Fighting to Disarm Americans
Democrat presidential hopeful Joe Biden lives life enjoying the benefit of armed protection while campaigning on a platform of disarming Americans.
Ontario Premier Counters Trudeau: Target Criminals, Not Law-Abiding Gun Owners
On Saturday Ontario Premier Doug Ford countered Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's gun ban by urging money be spent targeting criminals instead of placing new prohibitions on law-abiding gun owners.
New Mexico Governor Pivots, Gun Stores Can Reopen During Coronavirus Shutdown
New Mexico Gov.Michelle Lujan Grisham (D) extended her state's coronavirus shutdown two more weeks, but simultaneously noted that Federal Firearms License holders (FFLs) could reopen their gun stores and take customers by appointment.
Report: 17 Shot, Three Fatally, During 36 Hours in Gun-Controlled Chicago
At least 17 people were shot, three fatally, from Friday afternoon into Saturday night in gun-controlled Chicago.
Hawkins: Canada's Gun Ban Shows What Happens Without a 2nd Amendment
If ever there were a case-in-point to show the importance of the Second Amendment, it is found in watching Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Friday announcement of a ban on 1,500 different firearms.
Canadian PM Announces Immediate Ban of 1,500 Different Firearms
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau announced a ban on 1,500 different firearms on Friday, effective immediately.
Protesters with Guns Rally Against North Carolina Stay-at-Home Order
Protesters with guns rallied against North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper's (D) stay-at-home order on Friday.
Republican Senators Warn Banks: Do Not Use Recovery Funds to Target Gun Companies
Nineteen Republican Senators signed a letter to Treasury Sec. Steve Mnuchin, alerting him to the possibility that financial institutions may use recovery funds to target gun companies.
Gun Manufacturers Producing Masks for First Responders During Coronavirus Crisis
Gun makers in the U.S. are expanding normal production to include the manufacturing of masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE) for first responders.
NRA Trolls Biden, Says His Botched Facts 'Make More People Buy Guns'
The NRA trolled Democrat presidential hopeful Joe Biden Monday with a tweet urging him to keep talking because his botched facts "make more people buy guns" and drive more people to join the NRA itself.
Joe Biden's Possible Vice Presidential Candidates to Participate in Gun Control Series
Women who could possibly be vice presidential candidates on the Democrat ticket with Joe Biden will participate in an Everytown for Gun Safety gun control series beginning in late April and spanning numerous weeks.
Colt Python: Your Camp Gun, Hunting Revolver, Trail Sidearm All Rolled Into One
This year has been marked by heavy demand for re-released Colt Python and those who have been fortunate enough to get their hands on one understand what all the fuss is about, as the Python is your camp gun, a hunting revolver, a trail sidearm, and a home defense firearm, all rolled into one.
Canadian PM Eyes Ban on 'Assault-Style Weapons' After Mass Shooting
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau is promising a ban on "assault-style weapons" following the hours-long shooting spree that lasted Saturday night through Sunday morning, and left at least 18 dead in Nova Scotia.
Columbine Survivor: Joe Biden's Gun Control Empowers Criminals
Columbine shooting survivor Evan Todd warned Monday that Democrat presidential hopeful Joe Biden's gun control push empowers criminals and leaves schools wide open to attack.
Murder Suspect Hijacks Bus in Texas, Gets Shot Dead
A suspect being sought in connection with a murder hijacked a public transportation bus near Dallas, Texas, Sunday morning and was shot dead by police after a pursuit along the President George Bush Turnpike.
Trump: We Can't Allow Virginia Governor to Play with 2nd Amendment
President Donald Trump answered reporters' questions following Sunday's coronavirus task force update and stressed that Virginia's Governor cannot be allowed to play with the Second Amendment.
Donald Trump: Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam Did 'Horrible Thing' with Gun Control
President Trump commented to reporters during a question and answer session on Friday that Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam (D) did a "horrible thing" to his state via gun control.
Donald Trump to Virginians: Liberate Your State, Save the 2nd Amendment
With Americans growing weary of perceived state government overreach, President Trump is standing with Virginians, calling them to liberate their state and save the Second Amendment.
Chelsea Handler: It Took the Coronavirus Lockdown for U.S. to Go a Month Without a School Shooting
Comedian Chelsea Handler suggest that it took lockdowns for the country to go a month without a school shooting but failed to acknowledge that this occurred just as there weremore firearm background checks than anytime on record.
West Virginia AG: Coronavirus Does Not Erase 2nd Amendment Rights
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey (R) is advising sheriffs in his state to stay on task processing concealed carry permit applications and issuing those permits for applicants legally able to carry a gun.
Brady Campaign Apoplectic over ATF Allowing Drive-Up Gun Sales
The Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence went apoplectic after the ATF issued a regulatory clarification allowing federal firearms license holders (FFLs) to sell firearms via "drive-up" windows at gun stores.
Assemblyman Asks CA Governor to Suspend All Gun, Ammo Sales
California Assemblyman Miguel Santiago (D) is asking Governor Gavin Newsom (D) to suspend all ammunition sales in the state during the coronavirus shutdown.Moreover, he is asking that all firearm sales be suspended as well.
Watch: Homeowner Pummels Masked Intrusion Suspect
Video released from an April 4, 2020, Arlington Heights, Illinois, home invasion shows two masked suspects walking up to the front door of house, one of whom gets pummeled by the homeowner.
Woman Shoots Intrusion Suspect Dead After Attack on Her Fiance
An intrusion suspect in Fredericksburg, Texas, was shot dead by a homeowner's fiance Saturday morning after he allegedly choked the homeowner unconscious.
Reports: ATF Allowing 'Drive-Up' Gun Sales During Coronavirus Shutdown
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) is allowing 'drive-up' sales of firearms during the cornonavirus shutdown.
VA Governor Signs Universal Background Checks, Gun Rationing Bill
Governor Ralph Northam (D) signed legislation Saturday creating universal background checks in Virginia and limiting law-abiding Virginians to one handgun purchase per month.
Trump to Open 2.3 Million Acres of Wildlife Refuge for Hunting, Fishing
The Trump Administration will be opening 2.3 million additional acres of wildlife refuge for hunting and fishing.
Doubletap Ammunition: Crippling, Attack-Ending Self-Defense Ammo
Doubletap self-defense ammunition penetrates deep and expands wide, leaving behind a crippling wound channel designed to end attacks on innocent would-be victims.
Bloomberg Gun Control Group Launches Virtual Voter Registration During Coronavirus Shutdown
Mike Bloomberg gun control group Students Demand Action has launched a virtual organizing effort amid the coronavirus shutdown in order to register 100,000 new voters.
San Francisco Supervisors: Surge in Gun Sales Poses ‘Health Threat’
San Francisco supervisors are weighing what they believe to be a "health threat" tied to the "panic buying" of guns and ammunition.
U.S. Military Ammo Supply Line Is Not China-Dependent
As possible geopolitical ramifications of maintaining or severing ties with China post-coronavirus are weighed it is important to point out that the U.S. military ammunition supply is not China-dependent.