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Benitez’s Ruling in California Threatens Washington’s ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban, Too
From the Second Amendment Foundation . . .
Thursday’s ruling by U.S. District Judge Roger T. Benitez which struck down California’s ban on so-called “assault weapons” should have a direct impact on a similar ban in Washington, because both states are in the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court, the Second Amendment Foundation says.
“If a gun ban in California is unconstitutional,” SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb observed, “it is just as unconstitutional in Washington.
Mountain States Legal Foundation Sues to Block Colorado’s 3-Day Waiting Period
From Mountain States Legal Foundation . . .
Colorado’s law is not just a waiting period on the right to possess peaceably purchased property. It is a delay on safety itself. On October 1st, Colorado’s new 3-day waiting period law went into effect as passed by the state’s legislature and Governor Jared Polis, requiring those who purchase a firearm to wait three days before acquiring the gun. That is, once a citizen has passed a federal background check, a state background check, and paid for a firearm upfront, the government then mandates an additional 72-hour delay prior to taking possession of a firearm.
Optic-Ready: Taurus Announces the New Judge T.O.R.O. Multi-Caliber Revolver
When Taurus USA launched the first ever optics ready defensive revolvers, the 856 and 605 Taurus Optics Ready Option (T.O.R.O.) revolvers, consumers loved them. Now, Taurus launches the first extension to the T.O.R.O. revolver line: The Judge T.O.R.O. The most popular multi-caliber revolver on the market is now optics ready.
The Judge T.O.R.O. is available in four different models, all of which feature a 3 inch barrel, smooth double action trigger, and a fiber optic front sight if you don’t want to use the included optics plate.
Gun Review: CMMG Resolute MkGs Pistol Caliber Carbine
I enjoy pistol-caliber carbines. I understand the complaints and reasons why others aren’t fans of them. I find them so much fun and cheaper to shoot than my 5.56 and .308 caliber rifles. They tend to be easy to suppress, and I can shoot at most indoor ranges, as well as being able to be fairly close to steel targets when shooting.
What’s my favorite PCC? Currently, it’s the CMMG MkGs Resolute.
There are a few things to unpack there.
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You Shouldn’t Be Surprised That the Government Fights as Hard as it Does Against Checks on its Power
This has been a frustrating week or so for the gun rights side. The Supreme Court quashed a lower court injunction last week allowing ATF to enforce its Frame and Receiver redefinition of firearms (“ghost gun” regulation) until the case can be decided in court.
Now the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals — doing everything it possibly can to avoid the embarrassment of pro-gun decisions — has asked for supplemental briefing regarding whether a challenge to California’s open carry ban should be heard en banc.
BREAKING: District Judge Roger Benitez Strikes Down California’s ‘Assault Weapons’ Ban…Again
Stop us if you’ve seen this movie before. Just as he did last month when reconsidering California’s “high capacity” magazine ban in Duncan v. Bonta, District Judge Roger Benitez has taken another look at Miller v. Bonta, the case challenging the Golden State’s ban on “assault weapons” and found it to be constitutionally problematic. Today, he issued another opinion in the case, once again striking it down as patently unconstitutional.
Smith & Wesson Announces the New Response 9mm Pistol Caliber Carbine
Smith & Wesson just dropped a new 9mm pistol caliber carbine (PCC), the Response. When I first caught the rumors on the Response on Reddit prior to the official release I thought it was going to be a 9mm AR platform rifle, but it isn’t exactly that.
While the Response has pretty standard AR-style controls, buttstock, charging handle, M-LOK rails and the like, it’s actually a blowback design that utilizes its own upper and lower receiver design (while still using an AR-style buffer and spring assembly to help keep recoil low).
Biden: Hamas Terrorists ‘Gotta Learn How to Shoot Straight’
Biden on the explosion in the hospital parking lot: “I’m not suggesting that Hamas deliberately did it … it’s that old thing, gotta learn how to shoot straight”
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— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) October 19, 2023
President Biden told reporters Wednesday that Palestinian terrorists have “gotta learn how to shoot straight” — one day after an explosion outside a hospital in the Gaza Strip.
“I’m not suggesting that Hamas deliberately did it,” the president said at Ramstein Air Base in Germany en route back to Washington after visiting Israel earlier in the day.
Gun Meme of the Day: Black Helicopters Edition
Bro, if you’ve ever bought a gun or posted about one on social media or spent time on gun-related websites (ahem) you’re on “the list” anyway. May as well protect your hearing so you can at least hear ’em coming. Get a silencer. The best time to get one was nine months ago — your wait would be over! The second best time is today. They’re at Silencer Shop!
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Gear Review: Ultradyne Launch Pad Shooting Rest
I first heard of Ultradyne when I reviewed their AR-15 iron sights, which are still the best I’ve ever come across. That sight set is an exceptionally well-made and well-designed product. Which is the same thing I can say about everything I’ve seen Ultradyne make ever since. The Ultradyne Launch Pad is no exception.
In its simplest terms, the Launch Pad is a gun rest. I’ve used some kind of shooting rest several times a week, every week, for many years.
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Why ‘Gun Absolutism’ is Counterproductive and Toxic for the Concealed Carry Movement
By Timothy Tarkelly
I bought my first pistol for concealed carry earlier this year. I’ve been around firearms my whole life and have hunting weapons and a .22 LR revolver for plinking, but it was only recently that I decided to take the next step and purchase a pistol that’s actually designed for self-defense.
As a newly-married public school teacher, I don’t have a ton of money to throw around, so I made a price-conscious, but reliable choice.
Florida Judge Gives Woman a Choice: Give Up Your Guns or Your Husband Goes to Prison
by Lee Williams
Last week, a Florida judge forced Lisa Marok to renounce her Second Amendment rights, give up her Florida Concealed Weapon or Firearm License (CWFL), and remove all firearms and every single round of ammunition from her home, even though she hadn’t been accused of a single crime.
If she failed to comply with the judge’s unconstitutional order, her husband could have served 19 months in a state prison.
Vinik: I’ve Concluded That Reasoning With ‘2A Fanatics’ is Futile
On a recent flight, I found myself seated next to a man I’ll call Rick, who was keen for conversation.
We established that we are both lawyers. Rick works for the government, and I explained that I lead a gun violence prevention organization. Rick took that as an invitation to talk about guns.
A self-described “2A [Second Amendment] fanatic” from Texas, Rick grew up with guns and today owns more than 40 firearms.
SIG SAUER Expands its Cross Hunting Rifle Line With the New Cross Magnum
SIG SAUER hit it out of the park with its bolt action CROSS hunting rifle. See our full review here and JWT’s post chronicling a year of hunting with the rifle here. Now SIG’s announced a new magnum version of the CROSS chambered in 300 Win Mag.
Here’s their press release . . .
After years of testing and feedback from the field, the new CROSS Magnum Bolt-Action Rifle is finally here.
Weapon Detection System Failed to Catch Shooter’s Gun at Texas State Fair
The annual State Fair of Texas is currently under way at Fair Park fairgrounds just east of Dallas. It’s big — as you’d expect the Texas state fair to be — with lots to see and do and the event attracts thousands every year. Saturday night was no exception as the park was packed when a shooting took place, prompting crowds to scurry.
state fair of texas shooting #dallas #statefair #dallastexas #StatefairofTexas pic.twitter.com/eKPTuqt2v3
— Ángel (@0222tx) October 15, 2023
Three people were wounded and the shooter, 22-year-old Cameron Turner was apprehended by police after fleeing the scene.
Israel Further Relaxes Restrictions Making 400,000 More People Eligible for Gun Ownership
Following the Hamas terrorist attacks on October 7, the powers that be in Israel reconsidered the advisability of their strict gun control laws and announced an easing of the restrictions over civilian gun ownership. It seems that 1300 dead bodies and a looming war was enough to finally convince them of the benefits of an armed populace.
Now Israel’s Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has further expanded the number of people who are eligible for gun ownership.
New York Bill Would Require a Background Check Before Buying a 3D Printer
New York residents eyeing a new 3D printer may soon have to submit a criminal background check if a newly proposed state bill becomes law. The recently introduced legislation, authored by state senator Jenifer Rajkumar, aims to snub out an increasingly popular loophole where convicted felons who would otherwise be prohibited from legally buying a firearm instead simply 3D print individual components to create an untraceable “ghost gun.” If passed, New York would join a growing body of states placing restrictions on 3D printers in the name of public safety.
Gun Meme of the Day: One in the Tube Edition
Chambered or not, that is the question.
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Personal Defense Tip: Just Say No To Warning Shots
In a perfect world, everyone would know not to fire warning shots. Unfortunately, Hollywood has made them almost part of our cultural lexicon. But don’t fall for Hollywood “training” on self-defense when it comes to warning shots. Or pretty much anything else for that matter.
Why not keep the warning shot in your toolbox should you have an opportunity to employ it?
Make no mistake…discharging your firearm in a confrontation will constitute use of “deadly force” to police and prosecutors.
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