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Interim report to scrutinise failure to run counter-terror drills and breakdowns in intelligence sharing before Bondi attack

The Albanese government’s National Security Committee of Cabinet has failed to run a counter-terrorism exercise for several ...

The Trump Administration Is a Powerful but Unreliable Ally of Second Amendment Advocates

Even as the Justice Department files lawsuits aimed at vindicating gun rights, it undermines them in other cases.

How the ACLU Started Defending the Second Amendment

The civil liberties group, which long maintained that there is no constitutional right to arms, is now singing a different tune.

POTD: Derya TM22 Feather - Lightweight .22 LR Platform

Lightweight rimfire rifles are nothing new, but some push the concept further than others. The Derya TM22 Feather is built around weight reduction as a primary goal, using polymer across the receiver, handguard, stock, and magazines to keep the overall package as light as possible.Compared to aluminum-receiver designs, this approach changes both balance and handling. The round M-LOK compatible handguard keeps the front end slim, while the AR-style stock allows for a more familiar interface

Small Business Spotlight: Rifle Supply

Image from Justin B. of Rifle Supply, LinkedIn ProfileWelcome back to TFB’s Small Business Spotlight! In this weekly column, we take a look at small firearm-related businesses. Today’s company is Rifle Supply, a firearm box store that has everything from firearms and parts to gunsmithing and Cerakote services. Located in Huntington Beach, CA.Want to be featured in our Small Business Spotlight? Fill out the Google Form, and we’ll consider you for inclusion.Business Name: Rifle SupplyURL: htt

Marine Veteran and State Trooper Stopped a Cambridge Active Shooter With 50 to 60 Rounds Already Fired

Key TakeawaysA Massachusetts State Trooper and a civilian Marine veteran confronted an active shooter on Memorial Drive, potentially preventing further casualties.The shooter, Tyler Brown, injured two individuals before being engaged by the trooper and the Marine veteran in a brief but intense exchange of gunfire.Massachusetts authorities reported that Brown had a criminal history and illegally possessed the assault-style rifle he used during the incident.The civilian Marine’s actions were

Henry’s 450 Bushmaster Lever Action: Big Bore “LASR”

<p>This 450 Bushmaster Lever Action is a big-bore, straight-wall from the Lever Action Supreme Rifle (LASR) lineup. </p><p>The post <a href="https://www.breachbangclear.com/450-bushmaster-lever-action-henry-supreme-rifle/">Henry&#8217;s 450 Bushmaster Lever Action: Big Bore &#8220;LASR&#8221;</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breachbangclear.com">Breach Bang Clear</a>.</p>

Elbit America Secures $212 Million Delivery Order Under Multi-Year Contract with the US Army

FORT WORTH, TEXAS – May 12, 2026 – Elbit Systems of America (Elbit America) received a delivery order valued at $212 million to be the sole producer of the Enhanced Night Vision Goggle – Binocular (ENVG-B) systems for the United States Army. The Army has historically split production for ENVG-B systems among multiple vendors, however [&#8230;]

Armed Citizen Intervention Not the ‘Myth’ Antis Claim; Cambridge Proves It

Another armed citizen helped save the day in Cambridge, Mass. It happens more often than anti-gunners care to admit. iStock-1175500022In the aftermath of the May 11 shooting incident in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the gun prohibition lobby would have America believe that intervention by armed private citizens in such cases is rare.That it happened at all in Massachusetts—a state known for restrictive gun control laws—is far rarer, while elsewhere around the country, according to the Crime Preventi

Colorado Governor Signs Ban on 3D-Printed Firearms Into Law

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed House Bill 1144 into law on May 4, making it illegal to manufacture or produce firearms and firearm components using 3D printers. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.The legislation expands on Colorado's existing ban on firearms without serial numbers, the state's prior attempt to address so-called ghost guns. HB 1144 defines 3D printing broadly to include both additive manufacturing (what most people think of as 3D printing) and subtractive manufacturing like

Spartan Precision Equipment Introduces the Kestros Sling System: Redefining Mobility and Precision in the Field

East Sussex, UK — Spartan Precision Equipment proudly announces the launch of the all-new Kestros Sling System, an innovative carry solution engineered to seamlessly bridge the gap between stalking and taking the shot. Designed for hunters and shooters who demand efficiency, speed, and reliability, the Kestros Sling System eliminates the friction of gear management by [&#8230;]

Massie NICS Reporting Bill Would Expose FBI False Gun-Buyer Denials

H.R. 2267 would require DOJ and the FBI to report demographic data tied to NICS firearm-purchase denials and overturned denials, exposing how often the federal background-check system gets it wrong. iStock-1398682785Rep. Thomas Massie’s H.R. 2267, the NICS Data Reporting Act, is not a repeal of the federal background check system. It is not a restoration of gun rights. It does not change who is prohibited from buying a firearm, and it does not stop the FBI from denying a purchase.But it does for

BANISH Goes Stainless with Two New Affordable Suppressors

BANISH Suppressors is expanding its catalog with two new stainless-steel cans, the VRMT 223 SS and the HNT 30 SS, both priced at $579. The pair represents BANISH’s push into a more accessible price tier, using all-welded stainless-steel construction to bring the cost down without abandoning performance targets that BANISH says are competitive with pricier options in the market.“Our goal with the stainless-steel suppressors was to expand the BANISH catalog in order to meet customers at a low

NICS Denial Alert Turns Into 14 Days in Jail for Florida Gun Owner

A Florida gun owner says he spent two weeks in jail because the government’s background-check machinery treated an old Kentucky misdemeanor as if it were a felony.That should bother every American who values due process, the right to keep and bear arms, and basic competence from the people who have the power to put citizens in handcuffs.William Michael Brewer tried to buy a Glock 26 from Lotus Gunworks in Jensen Beach, Florida. According to the Civil Rights Lawyer on YouTube, Brewer said he fill

One Week Left Until SOF Select

SOF Select is just one week away in Tampa, Florida, May 18-21. This year, SOF Select has moved to a new location, just north of the Tampa Convention Center, located in the Hilton Tampa Downtown, a short walk from the Convention Center with exhibits open Tuesday and Wednesday (19-20 May). This year you&#8217;ll have access [&#8230;]

Otter Creek Labs Universe-36 Suppressor… Several Calibers, One Can

<p>The Universe-36 is built for shooters who want one suppressor that can handle nearly everything—from 9mm PCCs to precision rifles.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/ocl-universe-36-review/">Otter Creek Labs Universe-36 Suppressor… Several Calibers, One Can</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>

Winchester AutoBuck Bridges Hunting, Defense, and Competition

Winchester Ammunition has introduced AutoBuck, a new 12-gauge buckshot ammunition built from the ground up to run reliably in semi-automatic shotguns. The load is positioned as a versatile option covering hunting, personal defense, and target shooting from a single SKU. The engineering focus here was reliability in gas-operated and inertia-driven semi-autos, platforms that can be more finicky with buckshot loads than pump or break-action designs. AutoBuck departs from the conventional #

Review: Radian Raptor-LT Ambi Charging Handle

You might be wondering why Springfield Armory chose to equip the latest generation of SAINT Victor AR-15 rifles and pistols with Radian Raptor-LT charging handles. While it won’t help you to shoot tiny groups, it excels is all that necessary procedural stuff that’s done to ready the rifle to fire (or ensure it keeps running).As seen here, the Radian Raptor-LT charging handle is installed and ready to go on this Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 5.56mm.The Raptor-LT is smooth to operate, making loa

Countdown to SOF Week

SOF Week kicks off next Monday, 18 May, 2026 in Tampa, lasting until the 21st. You&#8217;ve already seen coverage leading up to this major event, but with a campus larger than ever, now is the time to plan your week. Get familiar with the SOF Week event footprint before you arrive. The campus is massive [&#8230;]

First Look: Taurus GX2 TORO

Taurus has just made the affordable GX2 optics-ready with the GX2 TORO.The post First Look: Taurus GX2 TORO appeared first on Gun Digest.