If hypocrisy were an Olympic sport, it’s likely that Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson would at least get on the medal stand, if not win the gold outright. In a recent news item, the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), which is the firearm industry trade association, chronicled how Johnson is spending taxpayer dollars to the tune of some $30 million a year for a personal armed security detail that includes as many as 150 Chicago Police Department officers while at the same time presiding over some of the most egregious gun laws in the nation for his subjects, er, I mean, citizens.…

I laced the shoes up tightly in the parking lot and hit the trail, moving quickly, treating the singletrack dirt like a test track. The loose choss was flanked by ancient embedded rock as the trail quickly dropped in elevation. I pushed the pace, ramping up from a hike to jog to a run, and really dug in, feeling out my new La Sportiva Ultra Raptor 3 GTX shoes. Yet my footing stayed secure, and nothing shifted as the miles stacked up. After a few miles, I realized I hadn’t really thought about my footwear in a while. The Raptor…

If I get something wrong, I’m going to get called out for it. Hell, even when I don’t, if some anti-gunner just thinks I did, they’re going to try and make a thing about it. Which is fine. I’m not perfect, after all, and I’ve been called out more than once in my nearly nine years writing here at Bearing Arms. Considering how much I write, it’s inevitable.But turnabout is fair play, and when the anti-gunners get it wrong, I’m going to call them out, and not just when I don’t agree with their interpretations…

The governor of Utah has signed into law a measure to help protect firearm- and firearm-accessory-related businesses in the Beehive State. House Bill 214, called the Firearms Liability Amendments, prevents foreign nationals and political subdivisions from launching junk lawsuits and creating civil liabilities for firearms manufacturers, gun sellers and trade organizations, according to the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). Republican Gov. Spencer Cox signed the measure on March 26. Nephi Cole, NSSF director of government relations – state affairs, helped push the measure through the legislative process and was on hand for the signing ceremony. “Utah is leading the nation in…

United States ruler Donald Trump is considering using military force to conduct a “raid” on Iran in order to “extract” its enriched uranium. Political analysts say that this move will do little more than extend the war the U.S. started back in February. While no decision has been made yet by the U.S., Trump seems to remain “generally open” to the option of a raid. He is also said to be weighing the risks to U.S. troops, a report by The Wall Street Journal stated on Sunday. At least 13 US service members have been killed and about 200 wounded…

An Idaho Fish and Game commissioner is facing seven misdemeanor hunting-related charges tied to a December elk hunt in eastern Idaho. Brody Harshbarger represents Idaho’s Upper Snake Region on the Idaho Fish and Game Commission. He was charged on March 6 in Fremont County. Idaho Fish and Game still lists him as the Upper Snake commissioner, with a term set to expire on June 30, 2027. The case involves allegations of unlawful take, tag violations, road shooting, use of a motorized vehicle, failure to retrieve game, and trespass during an elk hunt. Charges Filed in Fremont County Public court-record summaries…

It’s been another frustrating session for Tennessee gun owners. Yes, the Republican majorities in the statehouse blocked Democrats’ gun control bills, but they failed to produce much of anything for Second Amendment advocates to celebrate other than a bill protecting the rights of tenants to keep and bear arms.  Even that was watered down to allow landlords to disarm any guests of the tenant, but more importantly, several pieces of legislation protecting the  right to keep and bear arms were left to die in committee without ever getting a vote at all. One of those bills…

Entering the up-there realm requires not only a sound mindset but also a good change of clothing. Waterproof, burly, and breathable, the best hardshell jackets provide it all for your next foray into mountaineering, backcountry skiing, alpine climbing, or just downright miserable weather.  After many seasons spent above treeline, I winnowed my closet down to the most capable shells on the market in 2026. Included are jackets for every alpine mission, from burly alpine armor like my top pick, the Arc’teryx Beta AR, to budget-minded shells like the Patagonia M10 Storm that will get you in and out in one…

We know the DOJ said they’re going to stand up the process for gun rights restoration for non-violent felons. This has been a long time coming, and my hope is that a lot of good people take advantage of it. But the problem is that no one has an inkling of what that will look like.David Codrea has tried to look into it. In particular, he wanted to know about the criteria that would be used, and about the 10 individuals who have already had their rights restored. So, with that in mind, the next…

This article was originally published by Carlos Boix at The Mises Institute.  People in high office and their friends are at the receiving end of anger and frustration due to their misbehavior of late. The release of the Epstein files have only fueled this. The internet is ablaze with anger against the “elites.” Is this an opportunity, as some claim, to advance ideas of individual liberty? To convince people of the evils of coercive state action? With such idiots at the top, surely we can fuel mistrust for the system. I disagree. In Spain, we have had plenty of “political corruption.” From…

Idaho is home to more navigable whitewater miles than any other state in the Lower 48. There are more than 100,000 miles of flowing rivers and streams, and 3,100 of those miles are navigable whitewater. For paddlers, that’s an enormous playground to explore. If you’ve ever dreamed of floating through breathtaking landscapes, Idaho’s iconic rivers offer a memorable and exciting experience for all skill levels. Among all that whitewater are sections primed for multiday wilderness epics and others perfect for gentle day floats. Adventurous visitors can explore Class I to Class IV waters, starting trips from major cities or rafting…

A jury in Albuquerque, New Mexico has acquitted a former Uber driver of involuntary manslaughter, almost seven years after shooting took place, while police in the city say a much more recent shooting was also an act of self-defense.  In the first case, jurors deliberated for about five hours before returning the not guilty verdict for Clayton Benedict, who had testified during his trial that he shot passenger James Porter in self-defense.Attorneys said in closing arguments Friday that the fatal series of events began when Benedict picked up two intoxicated men at the Salt Yard,…