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DOJ Targets D.C. AR-15 & Suppressor Bans as Second Amendment Civil Rights Violations
The Justice Department is challenging Washington, D.C.’s AR-15 and suppressor bans, arguing that enforcement by MPD violates the Second Amendment and federal civil-rights law. img Duncan JohnsonThe Trump Justice Department just sharpened its attack on Washington, D.C.’s gun-control regime, and this time the target is bigger than a single bad law.In a First Amended Complaint filed May 14, 2026, the United States argues that the District of Columbia, its Metropolitan Police Department, and Acting
Sacramento Security Guard Fatally Shoots One Suspected Burglar, Wounds Another at Marijuana Dispensary
Estimated reading time: 3 minutesSACRAMENTO, CA — A security guard at a Sacramento marijuana dispensary shot two suspected burglars during an early Friday break-in, killing one and leaving the other in critical but stable condition, according to the Sacramento Police Department as reported by ABC10.Officers responded to the 8500 block of Thys Court, off Florin Perkins Road, just after 4:30 a.m. after receiving reports of a burglary in progress. Dispatchers also received separate calls reporting
Shell Shock Technologies Launches .338 Lapua NAS3 Cartridge Cases
New lightweight .338 Lapua two-piece case delivers increased internal capacity and higher velocities for civilian, military, and law enforcement marksmen. Eubank, Ky. (May 2026) – Shell Shock Technologies, LLC. (SST), a leading innovator in the ammunition industry, today announced the commercial release of its .338 Lapua NAS3™ cartridge cases, now available online in quantities from […]
GunCon 2026: I’ll Be There June 20 in Niles, Ohio With 60+ Brands and Top 2A Voices
Key TakeawaysJoin me at GunCon 2026 in Niles, Ohio, from June 17-20, especially on the public show day, June 20.GunCon offers two ticket tiers: $50 for regular attendees and a sold-out VIP pass at $250.Expect real interactions with manufacturers, hands-on product experiences, and engaging Q&A sessions with industry leaders.Participating brands include over 60 sponsors, making it a prime opportunity to connect with the firearm community.Find me on June 20 for a chat, and get a free USA Carry
Texas Homeowner Fatally Shoots Intruder Through Front Door After He Smashed Glass and Reached Inside
Key TakeawaysA homeowner in Hopkins County, TX, shot and killed an intruder after he broke the front door glass and reached inside the home.Ring doorbell footage captured the incident where the intruder, identified as Buck Clary, attempted to break in.Clary was pronounced dead at a local medical facility; the case is under active investigation by the Sheriff’s Office.Texas law, under the Castle Doctrine, allows homeowners to use deadly force against intruders without a duty to retreat.Home
Lima Six Review: 2,000 Rounds With a Belt-Fed AR-15 Upper
LIMA SIX Belt Fed Upper Receiver. Img Jens HammerAs a shooter with roughly 30 years under my belt, a veteran Army Ranger, and a professional reviewer for nearly 10 years, I’ve seen many new products come and go. I don’t really get excited by conceptual product announcements or early pre-alpha products. I’ve seen too much vaporware. Had my heart broken too many times!So when the Lima Six was announced, I tracked it, but only with the faintest hope. A belt-fed upper receiver fo
Indiana Governor Signs Shooting Range Protection Bill Into Law
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun ceremonially signed Senate Enrolled Act 176 into law on April 29, 2026, giving shooting ranges across the state new protections against local government overreach. The bill, authored by Sen. Jim Tomes (R-Wadesville), had already been enacted as Public Law 117 during the regular legislative session earlier this year.SEA 176 prevents counties, cities, and towns from imposing planning, zoning, or land-use restrictions on shooting ranges that go beyond what state law al
Darley Recognized as a US Best Managed Company
ITASCA, IL, May 13th, 2026 — Darley is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2026 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private* and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies. The 2026 designees are U.S. private companies that have demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, a […]
More Volume, More Quiet: Q Launches the Tall Boy Suppressor
Q had a simple design philosophy with its new Tall Boy silencer: if maximum suppression is the goal, don't stop halfway. The Tall Boy is a .30 caliber suppressor built around subsonic .300 Blackout performance. Q says the extended internal architecture is engineered to slow, cool, and manage gas as efficiently as possible, with an added internal volume and refined baffle geometry working together to maximize dwell time and reduce exit pressure. The result, according to the company, is a sup
Galvion Introduces CORTEX EVO as Next Step in Integrated Head Systems at SOF Week 2026
Galvion, a world leader in the design and manufacture of innovative head systems, power and data management solutions, and integrated soldier systems, will showcase the continued evolution of its CORTEX™ architecture at SOF Week 2026 (Booth #1739, May 18–21), featuring the introduction of its CORTEX EVO™ system. First introduced at SOF Week 2025 as a […]
Hydra-15 Modular Magwell Lower Receiver: Review
<p>The Hydra-15 lower receiver uses interchangeable magazine wells to support AR, AK, MP5, Glock, and even belt-fed configurations.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/hydra-15-modular-magwell-lower-review/">Hydra-15 Modular Magwell Lower Receiver: Review</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
Dugan Ashley of CarniK Con Arrested On Explosives Charges
Jordan Derrick (known online as Dugan Ashley or from the YouTube channel CarniK Con), age 40, was charged in a federal criminal complaint on May 12 in the Western District of Missouri. Authorities charged him with engaging in the business of manufacturing explosive materials without a license, unlawful possession of an unregistered destructive device, and distributing information relating to the manufacture of explosives.Derrick was a well-known figure in the firearms, reloading, and “guntuber”
Wing Group Showcases Integrated Maritime and Survival Systems at SOF Week 2026
The Wing Group is out in force at SOF Week in Tampa, with the Mustang Survival trailer located in the outdoor pavilion at booth 4313, Wing Inflatables on the pier at docks 26/27, and additional presence inside the convention hall alongside SOAL Marine and Kraka at booth 2500. Wing partner brands and products can also be found throughout the […]
JagerWerks Adds Aimpoint COA Milling Service for Glocks
If you've got a standard-frame or Slimline Glock without an optic cut and you've been wanting to run an Aimpoint Acro, JagerWerks just added a service that's worth knowing about. The Michigan-based slide shop has launched the Aimpoint COA cut, a direct-milling service that opens up the Acro P-1, P-2, and other Acro-footprint optics on Glocks that weren't set up for it from the factory.Aimpoint COA @ TFB:TFB Review: Glock & Aimpoint COA – A New Era for Concealed Carry OpticsThe Recoil Sequen
America’s Flaming Bayonet in World War I
In early 1918, as the American Expeditionary Force prepared to face battle-hardened German troops in France, the bayonet was a vital component of the Doughboys’ combat equipment.It is difficult for many people today to understand the importance the U.S. military placed on “cold steel” during the Great War. Beyond the material components of a long blade fixed to the end of a battle rifle, the American concept of bayonet fighting was as much spiritual as it was physical.The World War I-era “Flamin
What Everytown Gets Wrong About the New ATF Form 4473
<p>Everytown claims the DOJ’s proposed ATF reforms would weaken firearm oversight, while supporters argue the changes clarify existing law.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/everytown-atf-reform-criticism/">What Everytown Gets Wrong About the New ATF Form 4473</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com">The Truth About Guns</a>.</p>
TFB Behind the Gun #217: A Chat With Caleb Giddings
On this episode of TFB Behind the Gun, we sit down with Caleb Giddings to talk about competition shooting, training, and the realities of getting better behind the gun, and of course, his time so far at Taurus USA. Caleb brings a lot of firsthand experience to the table, and the conversation, much like the ones we’ve had with him on TFBTV Show Time since he’s been with Taurus USA. If you follow Caleb’s work, you already know he has strong opinions and plenty of experience to back them up, f
UNODC Holds Third Youth Academy to Promote Universalization of the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism
UNODC Holds Third Youth Academy to Promote Universalization of the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of ...
Understanding the exemption of antique muskets from modern gun laws
Antique muskets, like the Brown Bess flintlock, are largely exempt from modern gun laws, raising questions about their legal ...
On this day, May 14: Million Mom March calls for gun laws
On May 14, 2000, hundreds of thousands of mothers and other gun-control advocates took part in the "Million Mom March" in ...