[ad_1] After the November election last year, the national coordinating group of Republican state attorneys general boasted about the success of its aggressive advertising and media campaign against Democrats. The group had used incidents of violence that occurred alongside massive peaceful protests of police killings of unarmed Black men to portray Democrats as “lawless liberals”

[ad_1] Ever since Dylann Roof walked into Emanuel AME Church in Charleston and gunned down nine Black parishioners in 2015, U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn has been trying to institute gun reforms to prevent another such tragedy.  Over the last five years, the Democratic House Majority Whip has introduced a bill to close the so-called “Charleston loophole”

[ad_1] Tomorrow, the House State and Local Government Committee is hearing House Bill 89 to amend Ohio’s “duty to inform” law. Please contact committee members and ask them to SUPPORT HB 89. House Bill 89 removes the requirement that a concealed handgun licensee notify a law enforcement officer that they are carrying a concealed handgun

[ad_1] Today, the House Judiciary Committee issued a favorable report to House Bill 3094, to legalize the open carry of handguns. It will now go to the House floor for further consideration. Please contact your state representative and ask them to SUPPORT HB 3094. House Bill 3094 allows citizens who hold a concealed weapons permit, to carry a handgun in

[ad_1] Full Livestream of the Final Day at CPAC 2021 Schedule for Sunday, Feb. 28 8:40 AM    Welcome Prayer: Robert Whelan Pledge: Dr. Sean Smarick National Anthem: Landon Starbuck 9:00 AM    Remarks by Robert Unanue, Owner at Goya Foods9:13 AM    Remarks by Autry Pruitt, CEO of New Journey PAC 9:20 AM   Protecting Elections Part

[ad_1] Antonio Fins ,  Zac Anderson ,  Wendy Rhodes   | Palm Beach Post The Conservative Political Action Conference, better known as CPAC, for the first time is not taking place in the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Maryland. The iconic hotel remains shuttered amid the coronavirus pandemic. Instead the four-day event kicked off Thursday

[ad_1] Tomorrow, March 1st, at 7:45am, the House State Affairs Committee is scheduled to consider pro-gun legislation, Senate Bill 100 and Senate Bill 111.  Please contact committee members and ask them to SUPPORT Senate Bill 100 and Senate Bill 111. Senate Bill 100 provides protections for gun stores, ranges, or any other entity that engages in the lawful

[ad_1] The Supreme Court with its newly minted Republican-appointed 6 to 3 majority is getting ready for its next round of cases as it convenes this week, but it might not yet have the profound, ground-breaking implications that constitutional conservatives have sought for a generation to impact as the court punts on abortion and Second

[ad_1] There was a lot of shock and surprise when a Jefferson Parish student was sidelined from school for having a BB gun visible during a virtual class in September. Most who heard about the case could not imagine that the school district, or any school district, would punish an elementary school kid for handling

[ad_1] The recent controversy surrounding the reopening of U.S. schools during the COVID-19 pandemic has placed former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Republicans on the same team against teacher unions. Bloomberg and Republicans have spewed rhetoric that exposes the anti-educator beliefs inherent to the oligarch and the GOP. “It’s time for Joe Biden

[ad_1] Nearly a dozen Trump supporters charged in connection with the US Capitol insurrection have said that Antifa and other left-wing groups weren’t involved in the attack, debunking a false-flag conspiracy theory that is gaining popularity in the pro-Trump orbit. The baseless claim that left-wing infiltrators were responsible for the violent attack has been promoted

[ad_1] Fifth Third shooting survivor Whitney Austin is pushing for a new “red flag” gun law in Kentucky which would temporarily take firearms out of the hands of those in danger of harming themselves or others. Kentucky Senate Bill 229 would give courts the power to temporarily confiscate firearms with due process. Similar state laws

[ad_1] Rabat – Morocco’s government has terminated a $75,000 per month lobbying contract with JPC Strategies, a lobbying firm that the North African country hired to protect its strong ties with the US. Morocco is now looking to find a stronger firm to replace JPC Strategies. Morocco’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs ended the agreement recently,

[ad_1] There’s former president Donald Trump, of course, followed by ACU head Matt Schlapp, who’s become a much-better-known name in the Trump era. Then Gov. Kristi L. Noem (R-S.D.) and former secretary of state Mike Pompeo, both of whom are positioning themselves for possible 2024 presidential runs on the Make America Great Again ticket. Compare

[ad_1] At the March 2nd Business Meeting, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors will hold a vote on an ordinance banning firearms in certain public places. Second Amendment supporters are encouraged to OPPOSE Item 09 on the agenda. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting is to be held electronically. Citizens may sign–up to speak remotely, over phone

[ad_1] Next week, the Nebraska Judiciary Committee is scheduled to consider a slew of gun bills during two, separate hearings.  The hearings are scheduled to begin on March 3, at 9:30am and 1:30 pm.  Those bills to be considered are outlined below: Judiciary 9:30am Hearing:LB 85 – Require Nebraska State Patrol to provide notice of expiration of

[ad_1] Last night, the Washington Senate suspended the rules and approved an amended version of Carry Ban Legislation, Senate Bill 5038.  The measure now heads to the House for further consideration. It is more important than ever for NRA Members and Second Amendment Supporters to contact their State Representative and urge them to OPPOSE this anti-gun

[ad_1] On March 2nd, the House Judiciary Committee will hear House Bill 3094, to legalize the open carry of handguns. It is being rescheduled from the February 23rd hearing. Previously, on February 10th, the General Laws Subcommittee issued a favorable report to HB 3094 and advanced it to the full committee. House Bill 3094 allows citizens who

[ad_1] Yesterday, the House of Representatives held a floor vote on self-defense legislation, House Bill 197. Thanks to your strong support, this bill passed and will advance to the Senate this session. House Bill 197 is a common-sense measure that extends the justified physical force in defense of a person, when it is believed that another person is

[ad_1] Mayor Mike Nelson originally proposed the gun storage ordinance in 2018 while he was on the city council. In an opinion issued Monday, the Washington State Court of Appeals ruled against the City of Edmonds and in favor of the plaintiffs in the ongoing series of challenges to Edmonds’ gun storage ordinance. Monday’s ruling

[ad_1] Next week, House Bill 1106 and Senate Bill 78, are scheduled for committee consideration on Monday and Thursday, respectively.  These measures do nothing to prevent crime and specifically target law-abiding gun owners.  Please contact committee members and ask them to OPPOSE these anti-gun measures. House Bill 1106 imposes government-mandated standards for storing firearms, rendering them unavailable for self-defense purposes.  HB 1106

[ad_1] Dear Texas NRA Member: On Wednesday, we reported to you on House Bill 2249 and Senate Bill 18, NRA-backed bills which establish that firearms and ammunition manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, suppliers and retailers are essential businesses that shall not be prohibited by state or local officials from operating during a declared disaster or emergency. Since then, several more measures with this NRA-supported language have

[ad_1] Stephen Groves, Associated Press Published 10:45 p.m. CT Feb. 25, 2021 CLOSE Buy Photo Governor Kristi Noem speaks at a press conference regarding a new scholarship program on Wednesday, January 6, at Southeast Technical College in Sioux Falls. (Photo: Erin Bormett / Argus Leader) PIERRE — A South Dakota Democratic lawmaker has formally requested the

[ad_1] A heat wave has ravaged McLean County this past week. It’s true. The sun has returned from its Valentine’s Sabbatical, most of the snow is gone and meat enthusiasts are grilling again. In all seriousness, there is a high of 57 degrees on Saturday, Feb. 27 — take a walk, throw a frisbee, do something to enjoy the weather. Nobody gets

[ad_1]   Today, House Judiciary B Committee passed important preemption legislation, Senate Bill 2107.  The measure now heads to the House Floor for a final vote.  It is possible that weakening amendments could be proposed, and your Representatives need to hear from you now! Senate Bill 2107 enhances Mississippi’s preemption law by adding state agencies to the

[ad_1] Today, the House passed House Bill 218. The bill expands the ability of law-abiding citizens to defend themselves and their families, both within Georgia and in other states, and also ensures that Second Amendment rights remain protected during emergencies. HB 218 will now go to the Senate for further consideration. Please contact your state

[ad_1] The House Judiciary Committee issued a favorable report to House Bill 175, to prevent discrimination against firearm businesses. This bill is also considered critical legislation by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, and the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation. It now awaits a floor vote in the full House. Please contact your state representative and ask them

[ad_1] Today the Ninth Circuit granted en banc review of an NRA-ILA backed lawsuit challenging California’s ban on magazines containing more than ten rounds. This case challenges California Penal Code §32310, which was amended in 2016, to outright ban magazines capable of holding more than ten rounds. The NRA filed suit against California in 2017,

[ad_1] FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida homicide detective believes an Army veteran committed murder when he pursued and fatally shot a drunk, unarmed neighbor who pounded on his door after midnight, saying prosecutors should have rejected the shooter’s self-defense claim. Lee County sheriff’s Lt. David Lebid recently disputed prosecutors’ contention that Steve Taylor’s

[ad_1] Last month, veteran political attorney Cleta Mitchell was forced to resign as a partner at the prominent Washington-based firm Foley & Lardner after it became clear she had secretly aided former President Trump’s efforts to overturn the election results, in violation of the firm’s policy. It’s been a rough few months for Mitchell: The