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.
Impact of Trump ‘Gender Ideology’ Order on Firearm Transactions to Be Determined
Category: ATF
No Hypocrisy
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]
And the Beat Goes On
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?”
We’re the Only Ones Lying Enough
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]
Jack-Birkenstocked Thugs
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]
And So It Begins…?
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 Order on Second Amendment Raises Hopes and Questions
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.
We’re the Only Ones Recognizing Enough
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”?
Pam’s Priorities
‘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?
Rumor Has It
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]
A Reminder to Our Subjects on Who’s Still in Charge
—– 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]
An Age-Old Question
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]
The Wrong People Behind Bars
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?
Not Going Along with the Gag
[Via Jess]
Stiffed on the Bill
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]
Rifling Through a Gun Bill
Gun Owners of America endorsed Representative Tracey Mann’s “Reining In Federal Licensing Enforcement Act” …The RIFLE Act would protect Federal Firearm Licensees (FFLs) from being forced out of business by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives’ (ATF) overreaching directives. [More]
I thought ATF announced they were ending zero tolerance voluntarily, but this would make it mandatory and besides, who believes them?
I don’t see it on GovTrack yet, but they give his recently introduced “H.R. 624: To reform the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives” a “1% chance of being enacted.”
There’s still one question no one evidently thinks we’re ready to ask:
Licensing…?
By Any Other Name
Marvin still bein’ Marvin, I see… or was that Steve’s parting shot?
Hey, if you see something, say something…
[Via CP]
Speaking of History, Text, and Tradition…
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) and FPC Action Foundation (FPCAF) have filed an important new lawsuit challenging federal laws prohibiting licensed firearm dealers from selling handguns to out-of-state buyers. [More]
So when I read an authoritative historical article asserting “most of the early American rifles and pistols came from Eastern Pennsylvania,” why does it say nothing about out-of-colony buyers (and more)?
With Klink Out, Schultz Assumes Command
Marvin Richardson to Become the Default Head of the ATF [More]
We’ll see for how long, and if they keep him on at all.
If they sideline him, maybe he can get some tips from his daughter on how to turn it racial. Even though we know who the real racists are.
