A grandfather in North Carolina has shot his grandson in self-defense, according to police. The incident occurred in the city of Benson, Johnston County. The grandfather, who has not been named, is 83 years old. His grandson was 27 years old. A local ABC report does not say why the young man was shot, but… Continue reading Grandfather Shoots Grandson in Self-Defense
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Trump Administration Overhauls Biden-Era Gun Control Grant Program
The Trump administration has officially dismantled a controversial grant program launched under President Joe Biden that critics say was designed to advance gun control under the guise of community safety. Originally created in 2022, the Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative (CVIPI) funneled federal dollars toward nonprofits aligned with gun control advocacy. The program emphasized… Continue reading Trump Administration Overhauls Biden-Era Gun Control Grant Program
Another Idaho School District Allows Armed Staff
Another school district in Idaho has joined the growing number of districts allowing certain staff members to carry firearms on campus. Under Idaho law, local school boards have the authority to decide whether firearms are permitted on school grounds. While most districts prohibit staff from carrying, relying instead on school resource officers—or having no armed… Continue reading Another Idaho School District Allows Armed Staff
SCOTUS to Decide: Can Marijuana Users Own Guns?
The United States Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments in a case that could shake up federal gun laws, specifically, whether Americans who use illegal drugs (like marijuana under federal law) can still exercise their Second Amendment rights. Across the country, states have legalized marijuana for medical and recreational use. But under federal… Continue reading SCOTUS to Decide: Can Marijuana Users Own Guns?
South Carolina Man Fatally Shot After Breaking Into an Apartment
A man in South Carolina was shot and killed after he broke into an apartment. Police say the man broke into the apartment around 10:30 p.m. The apartment renter shot the man after he said a man kicked his apartment door in. Investigators have now closed the case and will not file charges, saying the… Continue reading South Carolina Man Fatally Shot After Breaking Into an Apartment
National Sheriffs’ Association Promotes Red Flag Gun Confiscation Training
The National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) is actively encouraging states to adopt Red Flag Gun Confiscation Orders, commonly referred to as Red Flag laws. In an email obtained by Gun News Now, Jessica Vanderpool—NSA’s Director of Grants & Contracts—alerted sheriffs’ association directors about an online training session held on October 14. The training was led by… Continue reading National Sheriffs’ Association Promotes Red Flag Gun Confiscation Training
ATF Loses Forced Reset Trigger Fight, Will Return Them All!
The National Association for Gun Rights has won its case in NAGR v. Garland, and the ATF has agreed to return all forced reset triggers. The ATF unconstitutionally banned the devices during the Biden administration. This was a common tactic for the ATF, which unilaterally defined devices on its own accord in an effort to… Continue reading ATF Loses Forced Reset Trigger Fight, Will Return Them All!
Montana Governor Signs Bill Blocking Local Red Flag Laws!
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has signed House Bill 809, preventing local municipalities from enacting, enforcing, or supporting Red Flag Gun Confiscation Orders. Red Flag laws are the biggest tool gun control advocates are using to go after gun owners. The laws don’t require a criminal charge, trial, or conviction. Many blue states, and even some… Continue reading Montana Governor Signs Bill Blocking Local Red Flag Laws!
Follow Every Move: 2A Daily News Introduces Gun Bill Tracker for Congress!
2nd Amendment Daily News proudly introduces our new congressional legislation tracker for firearm-related bills. Whether a bill is pro-gun or anti-gun, we want to ensure gun owners stay informed. Additionally, we will work to interview lawmakers who are introducing the bills so that gun owners can learn more about the motivations behind the legislation. Our… Continue reading Follow Every Move: 2A Daily News Introduces Gun Bill Tracker for Congress!
Gun Policy Experts Gather in Salt Lake City for Annual Conference
The Second Amendment Foundation’s Gun Rights Policy Conference will be held from September 26th through the 28th in Salt Lake City, Utah. This year’s conference marks the 40th anniversary of the event. Gun activists and attorneys from around the country attend this annual event, which is being held for the first time in Salt Lake… Continue reading Gun Policy Experts Gather in Salt Lake City for Annual Conference
Iowa Lowers Handgun Carrying Age to 18 Under New Bill Signed by Governor
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has signed HF-924 into law. The bill lowers the age limit for Iowa gun owners to purchase and carry a firearm to 18. Iowa’s new law will not take effect until July 1. Approximately 30 states have an age limit of 18 for carrying a handgun, though some states may require… Continue reading Iowa Lowers Handgun Carrying Age to 18 Under New Bill Signed by Governor
8th Circuit Overturning of Young Adult Carry Ban Will Stand!
In a bit of good news for gun owners coming out of the courts for once, the U.S. Supreme Court has denied Cert in the Worth v. Harrington case! This means that the 8th Circuit’s overturning of Minnesota’s ban on 18 to 20-year-olds carrying a firearm will remain! Minnesota is one of the worst blue… Continue reading 8th Circuit Overturning of Young Adult Carry Ban Will Stand!