Massachusetts is the place where the American Revolution kicked off, and all because the British came to enforce gun control. Today, most in the state seem more likely to have helped the Redcoats than their fellow Americans, as the one-time colony that birthed much of the revolutionary fervor that eventually gave us the Second Amendment is now more likely to stomp on people’s rights. But not everyone in the state feels that way. There’s a pro-gun movement there, and they managed to get some items on the ballot in November that, if successful, would serve…
Gun rights commentator Colion Noir is taking aim at a proposal from Nebraska Senate candidate Dan Osborn that would require owners of certain semi-automatic rifles to undergo periodic mental health evaluations and re-register their firearms every five years. In a recent video (see below), Noir argued that the proposal raises serious constitutional questions and, perhaps more importantly, doesn’t appear to address the very crime Osborn used to justify it. Osborn proposed requiring owners of so-called “assault-style” rifles (including AR-15s, AK-pattern rifles, and similar firearms) to pass a mental health examination every five years and re-register those firearms in order to…
A new Navy memorandum is providing guidance on sailors’ grooming standards as it pertains to religious liberties and whether exemptions can be granted for those who request them. The three-page Navy memo, released by Vice Admiral Jeffrey J. Czerewko, chief of naval personnel, as part of an administrative message, applies to all active and reserve sailors with currently approved or pending religious accommodations (RAs) for waiving current grooming standards for facial hair, and also applies to all other Sailors seeking renewed consideration of previously denied requests based on changes in military policy or other circumstances. “Commanding Officers must objectively weigh…
Colorado hunters and anglers are trying to get ahead of the next wildlife ballot fight. A proposed constitutional amendment, currently listed as Initiative 302, would create a right to hunt, fish, and harvest fish and wildlife in Colorado. The measure has cleared the state Title Board, which means supporters can collect signatures. It has not yet qualified for the 2026 ballot. To get there, backers need 124,238 valid signatures by early August. Because the measure would amend the Colorado Constitution, supporters also have to meet Colorado’s distribution requirement across all 35 state Senate districts. If it makes the ballot, it…
There are four separate lawsuits challenging Virginia’s ban on “assault firearms” and “large capacity” magazines in state court at the moment, and the Virginia Supreme Court has established a three-judge panel to decide if the cases should be consolidated and, if so, where the consolidated cases should be heard. The plaintiffs in these cases have argued that each of the lawsuits raise different objections about the gun and magazine ban and its relationship to Article 1, Section 13 of the Virginia Constitution. One of them, for example, raises a direct challenge to the law by…
If you’ve spent any time around USPSA or IPSC shooters, you’ve probably noticed a trend: everybody wants a pistol that shoots flatter, runs longer, and gets back on target faster. Beretta’s answer is the new 94X Performance. The Italian gunmaker recently unveiled the latest evolution of its competition-focused handgun line, and while it still carries plenty of familiar Beretta DNA, the company says this isn’t simply a refreshed 92X Performance. It’s a ground-up refinement built around a new Vertec Pro steel frame, redesigned ergonomics, and a host of upgrades aimed squarely at competitive shooters. At first glance, the biggest change…
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Sunday that the United States is prepared to carry out additional military operations across Latin America similar to the recent strike in Venezuela that killed Tren de Aragua leader Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, known as “Niño Guerrero,” signaling a potentially broader campaign against cartels and transnational criminal groups in the hemisphere. Speaking on CBS’s Face the Nation, Hegseth said the Venezuelan interim government had invited U.S. military forces onto its territory to help eliminate the founder of the Venezuelan-born criminal organization, marking one of the clearest acknowledgments yet of direct U.S. military involvement inside Venezuela.…
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has been worsening. Right now, the virus is more concentrated in Congo’s eastern province of Ituri, which accounts for more than 90% of the cases. As cases reach 782, there have been 181 recorded deaths of the Bidibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, according to the Congolese Ministry of Health. NDTV reported that the number of cases in Congo is believed to be higher because the outbreak was confirmed on May 15th, weeks after it is suspected to have begun, and the contact tracing coverage rate is at 56%, a sharp decrease…
3D printers are one of the most fascinating bits of consumer technology I’ve seen in my lifetime. The idea that I can buy something on Amazon that can then be used to make dozens of household products, as well as create new things for my various hobbies and interests, still sounds like something out of science fiction. It’s not the replicator from Star Trek, but it’s a lot closer than I’d have thought we get when The Next Generation came out. And yeah, you can make guns with it. That’s just awesome, too. Why? Because…
In today’s era of maximally cushioned shoes, many trail runners crave connection: to the trail, to the sport, to the wild spaces they run through. The KEEN Wander, a new trail running shoe from a brand committed to environmental sustainability, delivers that connected feeling runners seek on their adventures — both to the trail and to the earth. The KEEN Wander; (all photos/iRunFar, Eszter Horanyi) With a low stack height and agile build, the Wander is a go-to companion for runners who don’t just want to run the trail, but want to feel it, too. The shoes offer an alternative…
The U.S. Supreme Court took no action today on the five cases dealing with bans on “assault weapons” and “large capacity” magazines that it’s heard in conference more than a dozen times, but it did address another 2A-related case that was discussed in conference for the first time last week. Unfortunately, SCOTUS didn’t grant cert in National Shooting Sports Foundation v. James. Instead, without a dissenting opinion the Court denied cert to the challenge to the New York law meant to facilitate lawsuits against firearm industry members by doing an end-run around the federal Protection…
The Toyota Rav4 “only” sold 59,869 units in the first quarter of 2026. Some nameplates would be happy to sell that many units in a year, but the Rav4 has been the top-selling SUV in the US for close to a decade. This is a slow start for such a hot model. Toyota has been busy ramping up production for the relaunched 2026, essentially missing out on three months of potential sales for the new model, creating an opportunity for its competitors to jump ahead in rank with the Rav4 placing fifth for overall sales. Taking a look at Q1’s…
After field testing this winter, the Ridge Infinity 2.0 felt less like a gamble and more like a valid alternative. After multiple days skiing variable Colorado resort conditions at Vail, Arapahoe Basin, and Breckenridge — from dry powder to wind-affected storms to soggy spring sleet — it proved that Helly Hansen’s in-house waterproofing tech can compete. Like most high-end ski jackets, the initial impression is one of burly protection. But after a handful of days, the novelty fades and what matters is consistency. Does it keep you dry, block wind, and hold up to abuse? In my analysis, the Ridge…
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine isn’t the most pro-gun Republican governor in the country. He has signed a number of pro-gun bills into law, sure, but he also tried to push his own gun control bill through following the Dayton shooting. It wasn’t the worst gun control bill I’ve ever seen, mind you, but since I’m no longer interested in playing nice with anti-gunners, any step backwards is unacceptable. But DeWine is catching a little flak these days, and he’s not getting it because he wanted gun control. No, he’s getting it because of a random…
Later this year, the Pokemon competitive scene will descend on San Francisco for Pokemon Worlds 2026 and, for the first time, a fan-focused event called Pokemon XP. As part of the conclusion of this year’s North American International Champions, The Pokemon Company offered new details about Worlds and XP as well as confirming the venue for next year’s NAIC. North American International Champions Headed to the Windy City After a 3-year partnership with the city of New Orleans, NAIC is headed to Chicago in 2027. The annual North American leg of the tournament – which also includes trips to Europe…
The United States and Iran have agreed on a roadmap that will allegedly lead to peace and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The rulers have agreed on a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at ending the conflict. The current war, which began on February 28th with a joint US-Israeli bombing campaign, has prompted Tehran to close the Strait of Hormuz to most shipping. In response to that economically devastating move, the US initiated its own naval blockade. Tit for tat strikes have also been ongoing, even though a ceasefire was agreed to in April. U.S. Begins Blockade of…
The answer: Seattle’s politicians have lost the freaking plot. Residents near Aurora avenue have been complaining for months about a rise in crime, including a number of shootings believed to be turf battles between various sex traffickers. Things have gotten so bad that some residents even erected barricades blocking access to their streets from the busy thoroughfare. Instead of addressing the underlying issue of sex trafficking, city officials are now trying to use Washington’s “red flag” law to temporarily disarm traffickers; City Attorney Erika Evans, who said she’s been working on the issue since taking office in…
Receiving Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders is a normal part of life in the military. But it requires you to make major decisions for your family, such as whether you should buy a home using a PCS VA loan. VA loans are issued by private lenders and backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. They have unique benefits for military members, like no down payment, no private mortgage insurance (PMI), and often, more competitive interest rates. If you’re getting ready to relocate and are thinking about purchasing a house with a VA loan, it’s important to consider the…
With just a little more than two weeks before Virginia’s ban on “assault firearms” and large capacity magazines is set to take effect, there’s disagreement about how the law will be enforced if it’s not put on ice by the courts before July 1. What’s really interesting is that the disagreement isn’t just between Second Amendment advocates and their anti-gun counterparts. The lawmakers who are primarily responsible for foisting this infringement on the Commonwealth aren’t even on the same page. Sen. Sadaam Salim, D-Fairfax, who sponsored the Senate version of the bill, said the law only…
A British brand that dates back to 1924 has just revealed a new vehicle that looks like it’s been around since day one. The Morris JE is the most adorable commercial van we’ve ever seen, but there’s something very interesting going on behind that too-cute nose and pastel colors and too-cute nose. Actually, it’s what’s happening directly beneath those pastel colors that makes this in-development runabout different from others. Every Van Draws On-Road Aggression, This Is The Only Van That Causes Cute Aggression Credit: Morris Commercial The Morris Commercial JE is a retro-designed commercial van with styling based around the J-Type…
Turner’s Outdoorsman is a massive retailer in California, which accounts for roughly 20 percent of all firearms sold in a massive state. While California gun ownership per capita isn’t quite the same as you’d find in many pro-gun states, that’s still a whole lot of guns being sold by one company each and every year. It’s impressive by anyone’s metric. But when a would-be assassin–I’m not sure I can even really call him the latest since someone tried to shoot up the White House–tried to gun down Trump and most of his administration at the…
