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VA Reverses Decades-Old Practice That Blocked Some Veterans From Firearm Ownership
WASHINGTON, DC – The Department of Veterans Affairs announced February 17 that it will immediately stop reporting veterans to the FBI’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) solely because they require assistance managing their VA benefits through a fiduciary.According to the VA, the policy change corrects what the department described as a decades-old practice that improperly restricted the constitutional rights of many veterans enrolled in the VA’s Fiduciary Program.Un
Minnesota Hearing Scheduled on Semi-Auto Ban and 10-Round Magazine Limit
ST. PAUL, MN – Minnesota lawmakers are scheduled to consider two firearm-related bills next week that would impose sweeping restrictions on commonly owned semiautomatic firearms and ammunition magazines.According to a legislative alert published by the NRA Institute for Legislative Action (NRA-ILA), the Minnesota House Public Safety Finance and Policy Committee will hold a hearing on Tuesday, February 24, to review House File 3433 and House File 3402, two proposals that could significantly
Florida AG Admits Error, Says Only Dangerous Felons Should Lose Gun Rights
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has formally acknowledged in a court filing that individuals convicted of non-dangerous felonies should not automatically lose their Second Amendment rights, marking a significant shift in the state’s legal position on firearm possession.The updated stance was revealed in a filing submitted to Florida’s First District Court of Appeal in the case Christopher Morgan v. State of Florida. The Attorney General’s office notified the court
NSWC Crane’s New Low-Cost, ‘Drone Killer Cartridge’ Achieves 92-Percent Kill Rate in Demonstration Event
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC Crane) has designed and developed the Drone Killer Cartridge (DKC), a new and cost-effective family of ammunition for the warfighter that increases probability of hit and kill against drone threats while inherently reducing collateral damage. “We’re enabling extended range, shotgun-style effects through automatic rifles and machine guns with […]
The State Of The Canadian Gun Ban/Buyback
What’s going on in the Canadian gun world these days? Same as always—more legal wrangling back-and-forth between shooters and the government. But there have been some relatively major recent developments with the federal government’s so-called buyback. The feds are steaming full speed ahead, or trying to, while an increasingly large number of partners are telling the government, “We’re not helping.”The Canadian gun scene @ TFB:Denmark Signs Contract for 26,000 New Colt Canada Modular Rail R
POTD: The CZ 75 Story Told in Seven Pistols
Fifty years of continuous production is rare in the firearms world, and even rarer when the original design remains relevant. The CZ 75 has done exactly that, and this seven-pistol anniversary set captures the lineage in metal, wood, and markings that reflect decades of refinement. An excellent opportunity for TFB’s Photo Of The Day to show off some CZ steel.To mark the 50th anniversary of the CZ 75, CZ has released a limited anniversary pistol set featuring seven metal-frame pistols drawn
Police, FBI investigate attempted attack on power substation near Boulder City: What we know
Las Vegas police confirm their involvement in a "counter-terrorism incident" involving the attempted ramming of a power substation outside Boulder City.
Nevada 'Terror' Threat: Man Dies After Ramming Vehicle Into Boulder City Power Sub-Station, Police Reveal Possible Intent
A man who drove from New York to Nevada died after crashing into a Boulder City power sub-station. Police and the FBI are treating the incident as a possible act of terrorism aimed at disrupting the ...
'Counter terrorism' investigation launched into attempted power substation attack
A man allegedly tried to ram a vehicle into a power substation.
Missouri left gun laws unchanged after 2024 shooting. KC now reels from another
The lack of movement after the Chiefs rally shooting has residents and local and state officials wondering if change will ever happen.
Brown students won’t wait for legislators to address gun violence. We’re lobbying for updated safety laws.
The legislation we’re supporting would require Rhode Island’s “blue card” holders to retake the safety test every five years, write two Brown University students.
SAF, NRA Jump Into Case In Which Court Ordered SIG To Divulge Customer Names
<p>FPC and NRA filed an amicus brief supporting SIG Sauer’s effort to block a court order requiring disclosure of customer identities in civil litigation.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/fpc-nra-support-sig-sauer-gun-owner-privacy/">SAF, NRA Jump Into Case In Which Court Ordered SIG To Divulge Customer Names</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Fudd Friday: Is A Shotgun Ammo Crackdown Coming?
Over the past half-decade, the cost of centerfire rifle cartridges has risen a lot; I would say the vast majority of hunters complain, but it doesn’t much affect them. You’ve heard the griping when some Fudd buys a rifle in a whiz-bang new PRC or Creedmoor cartridge and has sticker shock when they buy a box of shells. Or even when they pick up a box of .30-06 or .30-30 and see the price has doubled since COVID-19 … but since so many hunters never shoot more than a box or two a year, if that
Cubic Selected to Upgrade Romania’s Live Training System with Next-Generation Capabilities
SAN DIEGO – February 19, 2026 – Cubic Defense, a recognized leader in live, virtual and constructive (LVC) ground training, has received an award from the United States Army, Capability Program Executive Simulation, Training and Instrumentation (CPE STRI) to support the Romanian Armed Forces’ existing live training system (LTS). This effort will modernize Romania’s existing live training capabilities while […]
The Ideal Buffer Setup for a 10.5″ Unsuppressed AR Pistol
<p>A practical guide to tuning a 10.5" unsuppressed AR pistol using the right buffer and spring combination for reliability and smoother recoil.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/10-5-unsuppressed-ar-buffer-setup/">The Ideal Buffer Setup for a 10.5″ Unsuppressed AR Pistol</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Breakthrough for Seasnake: Sweden Becomes First NATO Customer
The newest NATO member, Sweden, has commissioned Rheinmetall to supply eight Seasnake 30 weapon systems for the Swedish Navy. These systems will be the primary armament of the new Combat Boat 90 fast military assault craft. The first order under the framework agreement is worth around €63 million and was placed in February 2026. Delivery […]
Honolulu Police Department Responds to Request for Approved Firearm Instructors
Honolulu Police Department Responds to Request for Approved Firearm Instructors. Image generated with AI“In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, the Hawaiʻi Legislature made significant changes to our state’s firearms laws,” Hawaii Firearms Coalition noted Feb. 13. “Among those changes was a requirement that firearm instructors in Hawaiʻi be approved by the county police departments.”“Shortly after the law took effect, the Honolulu P
5.11® x Battlefield™ 6 Partnership Expands
<p>5.11 expands its partnership with Battlefield 6, launching co-branded apparel and exclusive in-game character skins for players and fans.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/5-11-battlefield-6-partnership/">5.11® x Battlefield™ 6 Partnership Expands</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Latest Anti-Drone Ammo from Russia, Switzerland and Lithuania
SwissP Shatter4K anti-drone ammunition. Phot credit: IWA/Swiss PKamikaze FPV drones are arguably the most devastating new weapon on modern battlefields that extremely efficiently neutralize personnel, equipment and vehicles alike. These electromechanical birds are small and agile, which makes them a very hard target. Well, people have long figured out that the most efficient way to hit small airborne biological targets is to launch multiple projectiles at them simultaneously. The same conce
ASI Awarded Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) Prototype OTA for AI-Enabled Joint Sustainment Decision Tool (JSDT)
BOSTON, Feb. 19, 2026 — Air Space Intelligence (ASI), a pioneer in AI-powered decision support software for the world’s most demanding domains, today announced it has been awarded a contract by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to configure and implement advanced logistics decision-support for leaders operating in complex, multi-domain operational environments. Under the award, ASI […]