The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime hosts its fifth annual Constructive Dialogue on Firearms on May 13, 2026, gathering governments, NGOs, and experts to strengthen international cooperation against illicit firearms trafficking under the UNT
Gun law experts are advancing a novel legal approach arguing the ATF has misinterpreted the Hughes Amendment, potentially allowing states like West Virginia and Kentucky to expand citizen access to post-1986 machine guns through targeted legislation
The Rimfire Challenge Shooting Association has unveiled its 2026 national event calendar, introducing dedicated Pistol Caliber Carbine divisions alongside traditional rimfire categories to broaden participation and emphasize safe, family-friendly com
New Jersey Attorney General issues subpoenas to licensed firearm dealers statewide demanding customer purchase records, prompting backlash over privacy rights and potential Second Amendment violations in a developing legal standoff.
Leading U.S. gun makers are integrating advanced AI systems to enhance precision manufacturing, reduce defects, and accelerate custom firearm design processes, marking a significant technological shift in the industry for 2026.
On April 29, 2026, the Department of Justice and ATF unveiled a comprehensive package of 34 final and proposed rule revisions aimed at reducing regulatory burdens on suppressor ownership, streamlining paperwork, expanding interstate transport protect
As of mid-May 2026, Minnesota lawmakers are debating SF 3655, which would reclassify common hunting rifles and magazines as illegal contraband creating a de facto ban on many traditional hunting practices; SF 3549, which seeks to repeal the state's l
Trijicon has launched the RMR HD 2.0, a next-generation enclosed red dot sight featuring solar power backup, ultra-low 1 MOA adjustments, and ruggedized housing designed specifically for 2026 precision rifle and 3-gun competitions.
A comprehensive new report from the Department of Veterans Affairs highlights how responsible firearm ownership among veterans correlates with reduced PTSD symptoms and higher community engagement in 2026, sparking debates on Second Amendment benefit
Crimson Trace has launched the RBT-410, a compact 1x red dot optic designed specifically for shotguns, featuring a 2 MOA dot, shake awake technology, and 50,000-hour battery life for enhanced target acquisition in low-light conditions during 2026 tur
The Trump DOJ's Civil Rights Division has created a dedicated Second Amendment Section to investigate patterns or practices of gun rights infringements by law enforcement agencies. The unit is actively suing cities and states with gun control measure
In a recent ruling, a federal appeals court upheld the longstanding federal prohibition on undocumented immigrants possessing firearms, determining that they fall outside 'the people' protected by the Second Amendment even after the Bruen decision. T