Notes from the Resistance
The DOJ just filed a rebuttal of our Notice of Noncompliance calling out the ATF on their failure to comply with the court’s order to return FRTs. If we were hoping the new DOJ would do an about-face in this case, this ain’t it. The DOJ is arguing that FRTs stolen from gun owners can only be returned if they under go a background check. Absolutely not. [More]
Meet the new boss. Same as the old boss.
[Via Jess]
Is Bondi Going to Deliver on 2A or Not? [More]
Well, she’s already missed the 30-day deadline.
We need to keep realistic expectations on what she can do and whaty she can’t do. That said, one thing she can is to stand down where they’re being d!cks in court.
[Via Andy M]
Malinowski widow challenges ATF’s seizure of late husband’s firearms and ammunition [More]
This came out while I was.
No worries. Kash is going to prove how different ATF is now, won’t you, Kash?
No more Leathermans, right?
[Via Jess]
If you want to fight for your rights against the unlimited power and treasure of the state, you’re on your own. That’s “the reasonableness of the government’s position.” [More]
We’re about to find out how different the new administration is from the old one when it comes to citizens being forced to fight for their rights.
What this means is the Form 4473 will need to be revised again if ATF is to comply with the executive order. [More]
Don’t let this distract from a more basic argument.
The Anti-ATF Commandeering Act has the intended purpose in its title to “prohibit the provision of material aid and support for enforcement of federal firearms laws.” House Bill 1481 bases its justification on the finding that “the United States Supreme Court has long held that states do not have to participate in the enforcement or effectuation of federal acts or regulatory programs.” [More]
So, what about states that refuse to help ICE deport illegals? Isn’t it the same thing?
The Arkansas bill supports “the supreme Law of the Land.” So-called “sanctuary” laws undermine it.
[Via Jess]
NFA Prosecution Shows ATF Still Determined to Imprison Americans for Braced Pistols [More]
“Every single Biden attack on gun owners and manufacturers will be terminated on my very first week back in office, perhaps my first day.”
This is where some angry moron will ask “Would you rather have Harris?”
How a replica STEN gun led to a sailor’s 20-year prison sentence [More]
That’s a follow-up to this.
Going to ridiculous lengths to force a violation is an old dirty trick.
Tell us more about this Bodell character.
[Via CP]
The raid took place nearly two years ago. So far, the couple has not been charged with any crime, but Brennan’s family cannot leave the United States because they have no passports. [More]
If nothing else, can they issue a department-wide “no man buns” dress code?
Let’s hope this is one of those cases DOJ decides to tear into. We all ought to know who the @$$hole who pointed a gun at a seven-year-old is.
[Via Jess]
The entire Department of Justice is starting to file documents in courts basically saying, “Hey we want to put these fights involving the ATF on hold because we’re likely going to be reconsidering them and changing position in favor of the right to keep and be arms.” [Watch]
The federal government asked the Eleventh Circuit to postpone oral arguments in a lawsuit challenging the ATF pistol brace rule, saying that it needs time to review it pursuant to Trump’s Second Amendment executive order…
We’ll see…
[Via Jess]
Trump’s Second Amendment order is a good first step. It’s up to us to keep him on the path and walking in the right direction. [More]
There are things he can’t do and things he can. Let’s make sure the changes are meaningful.
ATF Is Using Facial Recognition AI To ID Gun Owners [More]
Channeling Jojo Krako, “Who’s creatin’ a database? We’re buildin’ a gallery!”
Is this something else Pam means by “such as”?
‘Shifting ATF Resources. To free resources to address more pressing priorities, the Bureauof Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) shall shift resources from its Alcohol andTobacco Enforcement Programs to focus on matters relating to the other priorities set forth herein. No resources shall be diverted from the ATF’s regulatory responsibilities, such as federal firearms licenses and background checks. [More]
What else does “such as” include?
It has been brought to my attention by a confidential source within the Trump Administration that Pam Bondi, Attorney General, is pushing for a candidate with a strong law enforcement background to head the ATF. This is not what we voted for. [Watch]
Not this guy again, I hope…
If it’s the one “cop” on the list, we could do worse.
[Via Jess]
—– Forwarded Message —–
From: atffflalert@atf.gov atffflalert@atf.gov
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2025 at 02:34:40 PM EST
Subject: ATF FFL ALERT – ATLANTA FDThis is an important message from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. All FFLs should be aware that Machinegun Conversion Devices (MCDs) is a part, or a combination of parts, designed to modify a semi-automatic firearm so it is capable of firing automatically more than one shot by a single function of the trigger. These devices, often called switches, chips, auto sears are considered machineguns under the law. The possession, manufacture, and/or sale of machine gun conversion devices without proper licensing is a federal offense.
Please see the attach flyer which illustrates different Machinegun Conversion Devices (MCDs). These devices are defined as machineguns under the National Firearms Act, even when not installed.
See, right after “shall not be infringed” imagine it saying “except for…”
I’m told “This is NOT about Forced Reset Trigger (FRT); Which are legal.”
For now.
Still no action from President Trump…
[Via Len Savage]
FPC WIN: Fifth Circuit Strikes Down Federal Age-Based Handgun Ban [More]
No, of course that’s not the final word.
What will Trump’s DOJ and ATF do now?
Related UPDATE
Everytown for Gun Safety Throws Tantrum After 5th Circuit Finds Handgun Ban for 18-20 Year-Olds ‘Unconstitutional’ [More]
If you take a look at the college vote, they may have a point.
[Via bondmen]
ATF Lied to Convict Sailor Now Serving 20 Years in Prison for Selling Legal Gun Parts [More]
If their big score was a replica M249, he’s just lucky he didn’t have Merrick Garland’s Tommy gun.
So, who’s the rat CI? Who’s the idiot judge? Who’s the AUSA?
And will Trump/Bondi clean house and knock this crap off?
[Via Jess]
The Gun Owners of America were denied in their efforts to collect a $400,000 attorney fee in their successful work in challenging ATF’s bumpstock case. [More]
When writing an update on my case, I made a mistake on the title of my piece that is misleading. The judge’s order, as the text of the article states, was that “the plaintiffs shall file any motion for attorney’s fees.”
I signed a declaration for that last week to allow for the attorneys to submit their claim. We’ll now see if the ATF/DOJ under Trump still intends to fight gun owners tooth and nail.
[Via Jess]
