Gun rights
Rep. Hoyer's Speech Denouncing Marjorie Taylor Greene Goes Viral
Prior to his speech on the House floor, he was shown carrying a large print-out of a Facebook post which showed a gun-toting Greene next to members of the "Squad."
Lauren Boebert Faces Fine After Setting off Capitol Metal Detector
The newly elected Colorado congresswoman, who campaigned on a conservative platform that included fierce opposition to gun control, was said to have ignored a new requirement to pass through a scanner inside the Capitol.
73 Percent of Michigan Voters Want Open Carry of Guns Banned at Polls
Even 67 percent of gun owners, as well as majorities of Republicans and Democrats, said open carry of firearms should be banned at polling sites.
Debate: Should the U.S. Implement a New 'Assault Weapon' Ban?
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) debates Rep. Jody Hice (R-GA) on a hot-button issue at stake this election.
The Time Is Now to Recommit to a National Assault Weapon Ban
The body count will keep rising if we don't act now.
So-Called 'Assault Weapon' Ban Is Unconstitutional Political Grandstanding
To truly end the plague of mass shootings in America, we must address the root causes of what drives a person to pick up a firearm with violence in his heart.
Americans' Very Right to Keep and Bear Arms Is on the Ballot This Election
It is not an exaggeration to say that the Second Amendment has never been under greater assault, and never facing greater risk, than it is right now.
Individual Gun Ownership Is Not at Stake in This Election
It is quite hyperbolic to suggest that individual gun ownership is on the ballot this November.
Will the NRA be Dissolved, and Who Would Replace Them?
If New York Attorney General Letitia James is successful in dissolving the NRA, who will fill the vacuum the organization leaves behind?
Rival Gun Rights Group Accuses NRA of Never Advocating for Second Amendment
President of the National Association for Gun Rights Dudley Brown said the National Rifle Association has not advocated for Second Amendment rights "for decades," after New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit to dissolve the NRA on Thursday.
New York Abuses the Legal System to Target The NR
Letitia James is performing an overtly political stunt.
Trump Says NRA Would Lead a 'Beautiful Life' in Texas
"I think the NRA should move to Texas and lead a very good and beautiful life," Trump said in response to New York Attorney General Letitia James' lawsuit against the organization.
Who Is Lauren Boebert? Right-Wing Challenger Beats Trump-Backed Incumbent
Lauren Boebert defeated five-term incumbent Rep. Scott Tipton in a major primary upset on Tuesday.
Governors Can't Pick and Choose Constitutional Rights
To allow state governors to prioritize some constitutional rights over others is to confer far too much discretionary authority.
Army Corps of Engineers Moves to Expand Firearms Access on Federal Lands
The proposed changes would result in a cost-savings of around $2,340 annually, according to the Army.
Longtime NRA Attorney Says Group's Own Lawyer Embarked on Destructive Path
Court filings that appear to have been improperly redacted revealed the quotes from a former top NRA attorney.
NRA Furloughing All Employees Unable to Work Because of COVID-19 Closures
Thursday's announcement comes weeks after LaPierre told the board that the COVID-19 pandemic would force him to implement organization-wide adjustments.
Gun Background Checks Hit All-Time High in March, FBI Reports
"We're working seven days a week, 12 hours a day, just to keep up with the public at the door," one gun-store owner told Newsweek.
California Latest State to Be Hit With Lawsuit Over COVID-19 Gun Crackdown
Around 25 states have taken steps to limit or shutter operations at all non-essential businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
States Limiting Gun Sales Brush Up Against Second Amendment
"There is a constitutional right at issue, and the question is whether states need to have carveouts for those constitutionally protected activities when they issue blanket orders," one legal expert said.
The National Rifle Association is Laying Off Staff Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
According to a statement provided to Newsweek, "Salary adjustments announced today apply to all levels of the organization."
New Jersey Prosecutors Drop Case Against Gun-Carrying Security Guard
"There are no guarantees in the law generally, but there are certainly no guarantees in the gun laws here," one attorney said. "Being a gun owner in New Jersey is fraught with risk."
New Survey Finds Gun Policy Low Priority for Most Americans
Gun policy earns the starkest statistical divide of any of the 18 policy issues when broken down along gender lines.
Probe of NRA Finances Could Put Gun-Rights Group's Nonprofit Status at Risk
The report follows a year of public revelations about the NRA's spending habits that have led to questions about its viability as a non-profit.
Virginia Considers Ban on Gun Ownership After Some Hate Crimes Convictions
The legislation also contains a somewhat unique provision allowing for firearms rights to be restored after two years based on the approval of a state judge.
Top NRA Official Who Was Accused of Sexual Harassment is Out
Powell was most recently LaPierre's chief of staff and was previously the executive director of general operations before his role at the organization was scaled back.
Gun-Rights Supporters Notch Temporary Courtroom Win in Pennsylvania
Unfinished receivers that have not been fully manufactured are not traditionally considered firearms, although some states have cracked down on unregulated precursors.
Washington State Considers Novel Gun Violence Prevention Strategy
Vulnerable adult protection orders can be imposed when a judge suspects that the adult is experiencing neglect, abuse or financial exploitation, among other offenses.
Virginia Democrats Advance Slew of Gun Control Measures After Pro-Gun Rally
In general, gun-rights supporters have voiced serious reservations about due process protections that they feel the proposed measures could erode.
Va. Rally Was Realization of MLK Dream: Gun Owners of America Spokesperson
"There were people shaking my hand," said Antonia Okafor Cover of the Gun Owners of America. "I mean, they even let me speak, for goodness' sake."