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More State Lawmakers Seek to End Concealed Carry Permit Requirement
By AWR Hawkins |
With Democrats in control of the federal government more state legislatures are pushing to guard the freedom of their residents by removing concealed carry permit requirements.
Gabby Giffords: 'Police Violence Is Gun Violence'
By AWR Hawkins |
Gun control proponent and former Democrat congresswoman Gabby Giffords told Variety magazine that "police violence is gun violence."
Gabby Giffords: 2021 Goal Is to Push Gun Control via ‘Powerful Platforms' in Hollywood
By AWR Hawkins |
Former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords told Variety magazine one of her goals for 2021 is to see Hollywood writers and producers use their media platforms to push gun control.
30 Shot over Weekend in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
Thirty people were shot, six fatally, over the weekend in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
Mother Shoots Alleged Intruder to Protect Son
By AWR Hawkins |
A mother in Sugar Land, Texas, shot an alleged home intruder Friday to protect herself and her eight-year-old son.
Missouri State Sen. Pushes Bill to Nullify Biden Gun Controls
By AWR Hawkins |
Missouri state Sen. Eric Burlison (R-Battlefield) is pushing legislation to protect Second Amendment rights in the state by nullifying any gun control measures President Joe Biden might enact.
Hawkins: Joe Biden's Gun Control Proposal Unenforceable Without Firearm Registry
By AWR Hawkins |
President Joe Biden campaigned on universal background checks for gun purchases and such checks require a firearm registry in order to be enforceable.
At Least 20 Shot Friday into Sunday Morning in Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
At least 20 people were shot, four fatally, Friday into Sunday morning in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
Attorney Loses 2nd Appeal to Try St. Louis Couple for Defending Home with Guns
By AWR Hawkins |
St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kimberly Gardner (D) lost her second appeal to be reinstated as the prosecutor to tryMark and Patricia McCloskey for standing outside their home with guns to defend their property.
Diamondback DB15: Super Light, Spot-On Accurate 300 Blackout Pistol
By AWR Hawkins |
The Diamondback Firearms DB15 chambered in 300 Blackout is a super light, incredibly accurate pistol with a stabilizer brace that actually stabilizes.
Oklahoma Lawmaker Pushes Bigfoot Hunting Season
By AWR Hawkins |
Oklahoma state Rep. Justin Humphrey (R) is pushing for a Bigfoot hunting season that includes license issuance and tags.
Sen. Ted Cruz Wears 'Come and Take It' Mask to Biden's Inauguration
By AWR Hawkins |
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) wore a mask emblazoned with the Gonzales Flag's "Come and Take It" logo to President Joe Biden's inauguration Wednesday.
Florida Gun Owners Camping Out for Chance to Buy Ammunition
By AWR Hawkins |
Gun owners in central Florida began camping out as early as 2 a.m. Monday in order to enter Lake Mary's Academy Sporting Goods for ammunition when doors opened at 9:00 a.m.
WATCH: Shootout Between Homeowner and Alleged Intruder
By AWR Hawkins |
Surveillance video from a Hesperia, California, home shows a shootout Monday morning between homeowner and an alleged intruder.
South Los Angeles Shooting Victims Surge 742 Percent in 2021
By AWR Hawkins |
The number of shooting victims in South Los Angles rose 742 percent during the first 16 days of 2021 as compared to the first 16 days of 2020.
At Least 23 Shot over Weekend in Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
At least 23 people were shot, five fatally, over the weekend in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
Facebook Restricting Gun Accessory Ads, 'Stop the Steal' Verbiage
By AWR Hawkins |
Facebook is prohibiting ads for firearm accessories and will be removing content containing “Stop the Steal” verbiage as part of the platform’s pre-Biden inauguration policies.
NYC Murders Surged 125 Percent in First 10 Days of 2021
By AWR Hawkins |
Murders surged by 125 percent in New York City during the first ten days of 2021 from the same period last year.
NY Democrat Seeks to Ban Citizens from Owning Bulletproof Vests
By AWR Hawkins |
New York Assemblyman Jonathan G. Jacobson (D) is pushing legislation to ban residents from possessing bulletproof vests.
NRA Leaving New York for Texas as Part of Bankruptcy Restructuring
By AWR Hawkins |
The National Rifle Association (NRA) announced Friday that it is leaving New York to reincorporate in Texas.
United, Southwest, and Other Airlines Join Delta's Pre-Inauguration Gun Ban
By AWR Hawkins |
United, Southwest, Alaska, and American Airlines have all adopted a policy banning the checking checking of guns on DC-bound flights beginning this weekend.
Glock 17: The Pistol Americans Have Counted on for 35 Years
By AWR Hawkins |
The Glock 17 Gen 5 is a classic combination of Glock reliability, durability, and performance, all rolled into one duty-sized package.
Delta Air Lines Bars D.C.-Bound Passengers from Checking Guns Ahead of Inauguration
By AWR Hawkins |
Delta Air Lines is banning gun check-ins for passengers headed to the Washington, DC, area ahead of President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration.
Montana House Weighs Elimination of Many State-Mandated Gun Free Zones
By AWR Hawkins |
The Montana House will soon vote on legislation to defend self-defense rights by eliminating state government-mandated gun-free zones at Montana university campuses and other schools on public property.
434 Million Firearms Manufactured for Private Ownership over Past 25 Years
By AWR Hawkins |
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) indicates 434 million firearms were manufactured for private ownership over the last 25 years alone.
Carjackings More than Doubled During 2020 in Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
Carjackings during 2020 rose to more than double what was witnessed during 2019 in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
Carjackings More than Doubled During 2020 in Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
Carjackings during 2020 rose to more than double what was witnessed during 2019 in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
Open Carry of Firearms Banned in Michigan Capitol Building
By AWR Hawkins |
The Michigan State Capitol Commission took unanimous action Monday to ban the open carry of firearms in the Capitol building in Lansing.
Amazon Partner GoDaddy Allegedly Kicks Pro-Gun Site Off Servers
By AWR Hawkins |
Web hosting service and Amazon partner GoDaddy allegedly removed AR15.com from its servers, forcing the site to shift to a backup URL to say visible.
Joe Biden Doubles Down, Pledges to 'Defeat the NRA'
By AWR Hawkins |
In a January 8, 2021, statement recognizing the tenth anniversary of the shooting that wounded Gabby Giffords, President-elect Joe Biden pledged to "defeat the NRA."
Alleged Intruder Shot, Killed 3 Days After Being Released from Jail
By AWR Hawkins |
A Miami, Oklahoma, resident shot and killed an alleged intruder Friday who had been released from jail three days earlier.
The Lever Action Reborn: Henry X Model .357 Magnum
By AWR Hawkins |
The Henry Repeating Arms X Model .357 Magnum is not simply a continuation of lever actions in American history but a rebirth of the rifle that helped settlers and cowboys in the latter 1800s survive threats from man and beast alike.
Thomas Massie: 'Several of Us' Were Glad to Be Armed While Barricaded
By AWR Hawkins |
The day after riots brought the U.S. Capitol to a standstill, Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) noted that "several" representatives were happy to be armed while barricaded in their offices.
Update: U.S. Capitol Police Officer Dies from Injuries Sustained in Riot
By AWR Hawkins |
A U.S. Capitol Police officer died Thursday night after allegedly being struck in the head by a fire extinguisher during Wednesday's riots at the Capitol.
Nearly 23 Million Firearms Sold During 2020
By AWR Hawkins |
Americans underwent over 21 million background checks and purchased nearly 23 million firearms during 2020.
GOP Rep. Pulled Wooden Leg from Table to Defend Self at Capitol
By AWR Hawkins |
As protesters stormed the Capitol on Wednesday, Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX) pulled a wooden leg off a stand inside the House Chamber in case he needed to defend himself.
Capitol Protesters Attempt to Remove U.S. Flag and Replace with Trump Flag
By AWR Hawkins |
Protestors in Washington, DC, allegedly attempted to remove a U.S. flag flying at the Capitol building and replace it with a Trump flag.
Mo Brooks: Representatives Told to ‘Hide Behind Chairs’ in Case of Intruders
By AWR Hawkins |
Rep. Mo Brooks (R-AL) tweeted that members of the House of Representatives were told to "hide behind chairs" in case intruders breached the House chamber.
Amarillo Homeowner Opens Fire, Kills Two Burglary Suspects
By AWR Hawkins |
An Amarillo, Texas, homeowner armed with a handgun shot and killed two burglary suspects early Monday morning.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser: Lauren Boebert 'Incites Violence' by Carrying Concealed Weapon at Capitol
By AWR Hawkins |
Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser responded to Rep. Lauren Boebert's (R-CO) concealed carry video, suggesting Boebert "incites violence" by talking about carrying her Glock in the city.
Lauren Boebert to Co-Chair House Second Amendment Caucus
By AWR Hawkins |
Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) will co-chair the House of Representatives' Second Amendment Caucus alongside Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY).
Rep. Richard Hudson Introduces National Concealed Carry Reciprocity
By AWR Hawkins |
Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC) introduced legislation Monday to create national reciprocity for concealed carry license holders.
December Was 12th Consecutive Month of Record Firearm Background Checks
By AWR Hawkins |
December 2020 was the 12th consecutive month of record National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) background checks.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Signs 'Stand Your Ground' into Law
By AWR Hawkins |
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) signed "Stand Your Ground" legislation into law on Monday.
Democrat-Controlled St. Louis: Highest Murder Rate in 50 Years
By AWR Hawkins |
The murder rate in Mayor Lyda Krewson's (D) St. Louis hit its highest level in 50 years during 2020.
At Least 27 Shot New Year's Weekend in Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
At least 27 people were shot, four fatally, over a violent New Year's weekend in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
WATCH: Lauren Boebert Trolls Democrats with Video About Her Glock
By AWR Hawkins |
Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) trolled Democrats in an Arsenal Media Group video about carrying her Glock for self-defense in Washington, DC.
One Dead, Others Injured in Texas Church Shooting
By AWR Hawkins |
One person was killed and others injured after gunman opened fire at a Methodist Church in Winona, Texas, Sunday morning.
Lauren Boebert: 'I Will Not Let a Bunch of Gun-Grabbing Democrats' Win
By AWR Hawkins |
In her fight to preserve the rule exempting members of Congress from a U.S. Capitol gun ban Congresswoman-elect Lauren Boebert said, "I will not let a bunch of gun-grabbing Democrats take away my Constitutional right to protect myself.
NYC Hotel Shooting May Be First Homicide of the Year
By AWR Hawkins |
Three people were shot, one fatally, in a January 1, 2021, New York City shooting which may be confirmed as the first homicide of the year.
Murder Surged in Democrat-Controlled Cities During 2020
By AWR Hawkins |
Murder surged in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Kansas City, New Orleans, and numerous other Democrat-controlled cities during 2020.
2020 Tally: At Least 400 Murders in Democrat-Controlled Houston
By AWR Hawkins |
At least 400 people were murdered in Mayor Sylvester Turner's (D) Houston, Texas, in 2020.
Over 4,100 People Shot in Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago in 2020
By AWR Hawkins |
Over 4,100 people were shot in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago January 1, 2020, through December 27, 2020.
Alyssa Milano: A Mask Will Protect You More Than an AR-15 Will
By AWR Hawkins |
Actress Alyssa Milano said that people who merely disagree with mask mandates or the efficacy of them are the same people who "think they need an AR-15 for '"protection.
Shootings in Democrat-Controlled Portland up over 116 Percent
By AWR Hawkins |
Shootings in Democrat-controlled Portland, Oregon, are up over 116 percent as compared to shootings in the city during 2019.
Homeowner with Rifle Shoots, Kills 1 of 3 Suspected Robbers
By AWR Hawkins |
A homeowner armed with a rifle shot and killed one of three suspected robbery suspects Sunday night in his home in Port Arthur, Texas.
Third Person Charged in Fatal Shooting of Ret. Chicago Firefighter
By AWR Hawkins |
A 20-year-old suspect is now charged in the December 3, 2020, fatal shooting of retired Chicago firefighter Dwaine Williams.
Police K9 Killed When Alleged Drunk Driver Hits Deputy's Vehicle
By AWR Hawkins |
An Illinois police K9 died after the deputies vehicle in which he was sitting was hit by an alleged drunk driver on the shoulder of Interstate 90 Sunday around 1:30 a.m.
Woman Pulls Gun, Sends Alleged Carjackers Fleeing
By AWR Hawkins |
Four people were arrested after a woman in Wentzville, Missouri, pulled a gun Saturday morning to stop alleged carjackers from taking her vehicle.
27 Shot over Weekend in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
Twenty-seven people were shot, seven fatally, over the weekend in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
Concealed Permit Holder Allegedly Shoots Robbery Suspect Dead in Chicago Store
By AWR Hawkins |
A concealed carry permit holder allegedly shot and killed a robbery suspect in a Chicago cellphone store Saturday night around 7 p.m.
3 Dead, 3 Injured, After Gunman Opens Fire in Illinois Bowling Alley
By AWR Hawkins |
Three people are killed and three others were injured after a gunman opened fired Saturday night at bowling alley in Rockford, Illinois.
Report: NYC Gun Permit Applications Surge but Approval Process Drags
By AWR Hawkins |
Applications for New York City gun permits have surged to 9,000 applicants, but the New York Post reports that NYPD approved "fewer than 1,100."
Alleged Robber Opens Fire in Convenience Store, Gets Shot Dead by Employee
By AWR Hawkins |
An alleged robber was shot dead at New Orleans' Big E-Z Fuel Stop Tuesday night after he allegedly opened fire inside the store.
16 Republican Attorneys General File Brief Supporting NRA Against NY AG
By AWR Hawkins |
Sixteen Republican Attorneys General filed an amicus brief in support of the National Rifle Association (NRA) asNew York Attorney General Letitia James (D) pushes for the dissolution of the NRA as an organization.
Lauren Boebert: Guns Give Women an 'Equalizer' Against Attackers
By AWR Hawkins |
Congresswoman-elect Lauren Boebert (R-CO) spoke with Breitbart News about Second Amendment-related issues Wednesday, stressing guns provide women with an "equalizer" against a "stronger aggressor."
ATF Reverses Course, Withdraws Guidance on AR Pistol Reclassification
By AWR Hawkins |
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) withdrew the guidance on its proposed AR pistol reclassification Wednesday.
EXCLUSIVE--Lauren Boebert: 'I Will Carry a Firearm Each Day in D.C.'
By AWR Hawkins |
Representative-elect Lauren Boebert (R-CO) spoke to Breitbart News Wednesday and made clear she will "carry a firearm each day in D.C."
Rep. Richard Hudson: ATF Reversal on Pistol Braces Is 'Injustice'
By AWR Hawkins |
Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC) criticized the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives' (ATF) move toward reclassifying AR pistol with stabilizer braces, describing it as an "injustice.
Baltimore FOP Apoplectic: Police Department Is 500 Officers Short
By AWR Hawkins |
The Baltimore City Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) responded to weekend shootings by noting that the city's police force is 500 officers short at present.
Kevin Sorbo: Irony of 'Men with Guns' Calling for Gun Bans Proves the Need for the Second Amendment
By AWR Hawkins |
Actor Kevin Sorbo is stressing that Americans need to understand that the irony of "men with guns" taking Americans' guns justifies the existence of the Second Amendment.
Americans Bought Approximately 21 Million Guns in 2020, Sales up 73%
By AWR Hawkins |
At this point in December it is already apparent that Americans bought approximately 21 million guns this year, an increase of 73 percent over the number of guns purchased in 2019.
14-Year-Old Girl Shoots World Record 42-Point Buck in Kansas
By AWR Hawkins |
Fourteen-year-oldPaslie Werth harvested a world record 42-point buck in Kansas one day after the opening of the youth deer session.
Over 4,000 People Shot Across Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago in 2020
By AWR Hawkins |
Over 4,000 people were shot in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago starting January 1, 2020, through to December 16, 2020.
Elizabeth Banks Says Stand Your Ground Laws Are 'BS' that Grant You 'Permission to Kill People'
By AWR Hawkins |
"Mrs. America" actress, "Charlie's Angels"director,and CBS game show host Elizabeth Banks went on a Twitter tirade proclaiming "Stand Your Ground" laws are "BS," and suggested they create an environment which "helps nobody but people who want justified reasons to use a deadly weapon.
California Sued over One-Gun-a-Month Purchase Limit
By AWR Hawkins |
The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) filed suit Friday against California over the state's one-gun-a-month purchase limit for law-abiding citizens.
Report: 11 Shot Friday into Saturday Night in Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
Eleven people were shot, one fatally, Friday into Saturday morning in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
Second Suspect Charged in Fatal Shooting of Retired Chicago Firefighter
By AWR Hawkins |
A second suspect, 18-year-old Dwain Johnson, has been charged in the December 3, 2020, fatal shooting of retired Chicago firefighter Dwain Williams.
Bravo Concealment Holsters: Made in Texas, USA
By AWR Hawkins |
Bravo Concealment makes holsters in Texas, USA, that are durable and comfortable, and designed to make all day carry a comfortable choice.
15-Year-Old Charged in Shooting Death of Retired Chicago Firefighter
By AWR Hawkins |
A 15-year-old boy has been charged in the December 3, 2020, shooting death of retired Chicago firefighter Dwaine Williams.
ATF: Pistols with Stabilizer Braces May Be 'Short-Barreled Rifles'
By AWR Hawkins |
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) will publish proposed regulations on AR pistols with stabilizer braces on December 18, 2020, and accept public comments on the proposals.
Bloomberg Group Urges Biden to Undertake Gun Control by Executive Order
By AWR Hawkins |
Michael Bloomberg-back Everytown for Gun Safety is urging President-Elect Joe Biden to enact gun control via executive order.
Democrats Seek to Ban Members of Congress from Carrying Guns in Capitol
By AWR Hawkins |
At least 21 House Democrats are seeking a ban against members of Congress carrying firearms in the U.S. Capitol.
Kamala Harris Pushes Gun Control 'To Keep Our Children Safe'
By AWR Hawkins |
Kamala Harris remembered the December 14, 2012, Sandy Hook Elementary attack by pushing gun control "to keep our children safe."
Joe Biden Declares Gun Violence a 'National Health Crisis' in Sandy Hook Remembrance
By AWR Hawkins |
Joe Biden released a statement Monday remembering the December 14, 2012, attack on Sandy Hook Elementary and declared gun violence a "national health crisis."
17 Shot, 3 Fatally, over the Weekend in Mayor Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
Seventeen people were shot, three fatally, over another violent weekend in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
Man Shot Near NYC Cathedral After Allegedly Firing on Officers
By AWR Hawkins |
A man was shot just prior to 4 p.m. Sunday after near New York City's Cathedral of Saint John the Divine after allegedly firing on officers.
Train Passenger Stabbed in Face in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's Chicago
By AWR Hawkins |
A passenger was stabbed in the face while riding the Red Line train Sunday morning in Mayor Lori Lightfoot's (D) Chicago.
Illinois Sees 167% Surge in Applications for Firearm Owner's ID Cards
By AWR Hawkins |
Illinois saw a 167 percent surge in applications for Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) cards through November this year as compared to 2017 numbers.
Gun Bans, More Background Checks if Democrats Win in Georgia Run-Offs
By AWR Hawkins |
There will be an "assault weapons" ban, background check at more points of sale, and longer waits to complete those background checks, if Democrats win control of the Senate via the January 5, 2021, Georgia run-off elections.
Joe Biden Admits He Lacks 'Executive Authority' to Ban 'Assault Weapons'
By AWR Hawkins |
Joe Biden admitted he lacks "executive authority" to ban "assault weapons" when the subject was broached during a December 8, 2020, meeting with civil rights leaders.
Fact Check: Forbes Reports Nearly 600 Mass Shootings This Year Based on Misleading 'Archive'
By AWR Hawkins |
CLAIM: Forbes reports 592 "mass shootings" through December 8th of this year based on a compilation of data by the Gun Violence Archive (GVA). VERDICT: False.
AP: Gun Control Will Not Come Easy for Joe Biden
By AWR Hawkins |
The Associated Press warned determined gun controllers Joe Biden is not going to come by new gun laws easily, as lawmakers are not eager to line up and support restrictions on the Second Amendment.
Joe Biden's Policy Director Wants 'Big, Bold Changes Through Executive Action' on Guns
By AWR Hawkins |
Joe Biden policy director Stef Feldman is promising "Big, bold changes through executive action" on guns.
Greg Abbott: TX 'Won't Force Homeowners to Retreat' When Attacked
By AWR Hawkins |
Governor Greg Abbott (R) responded to a Democrat bill targeting castle doctrine by making clear Texas "won't force homeowners to retreat" when attacked.
Bond Arms Papa Bear: Rattlesnakes and Carjackers Beware
By AWR Hawkins |
The Bond Arms Papa Bear is a made-in-Texas stainless steel derringer that is a perfect tool for use against rattlesnakes and carjackers.
Homeowner Shoots and Kills Two Alleged Intruders, Wounds Two More
By AWR Hawkins |
A homeowner in Lacombe, Louisiana, shot and killed two alleged intruders Tuesday morning and sent two others to the hospital with gunshot wounds.
Minneapolis City Council Cuts Millions from Police Budget
By AWR Hawkins |
The Minneapolis City Council acted early Thursday morning to cut millions from the city's police budget, redirecting the funds to mental health and anti-violence programs.
Ambulance Team Ambushed, Robbed at Gunpoint in De Blasio's NYC
By AWR Hawkins |
An ambulance team was allegedly ambushed and robbed at gun point Monday about 11 p.m. in Brooklyn, New York.
Jon Ossoff Wants Beto O'Rourke-Style Gun Control for Georgians
By AWR Hawkins |
Democrat Senate candidate Jon Ossoff's plan to ban semiautomatic rifles is reminiscent of Robert "Beto" O'Rourke's not-so-distant pledge to take away Americans' AR-15s.