Last week on Bearing Arms’ Cam & Company I talked with firearms instructor Jackie Emslie about the 15th annual training event for women hosted by Legally Armed In Detroit, and I’m pleased to report that the event was a huge success. Founded by longtime Second Amendment advocate Rick Ector, the event has grown from about 100 women in its first year to more than 2,000 participants, most of whom have had little to no formal experience with firearms. The event, held at Recoil Firearms in Taylor, drew lines wrapped around the building as women of all experience…
While much of the 2A world has been focused on New Jersey’s assault weapon ban taking a major legal hit, Washington Gun Law President William Kirk says two more bans in the same federal appeals court may not be far behind. In a new video, Kirk explains why he believes assault weapon bans in Delaware and the U.S. Virgin Islands are now on shaky legal ground following the Third Circuit’s recent decision in Cheeseman v. Platkin (also referred to as ANJRPC v. Platkin). According to Kirk, the spotlight should especially be on the U.S. Virgin Islands, where the U.S. Department…
Enlisting in the military is one of the biggest decisions you will make in your life, and the best choice depends on your personal career goals. Are you looking for a specific job? Do you want a physical challenge? What lifestyle do you want to live? Do you want to travel? Do you want to get your college degree? The answer to these questions may help you begin the process of choosing which branch of the military to join. Before you begin reading, I will tell you that I am a retired U.S. Air Force Major, who began military life…
National reciprocity, at a minimum, needs to happen. People with a driver’s license from Florida can drive in all 50 states and every US territory without a problem, even though driving is considered a privilege, not a right. Meanwhile, California can ignore a permit from Georgia without repercussions. It’s stupid. It’s always been stupid.And honestly, the arguments made against national reciprocity have always been remarkably stupid.And John Lott has already debunked many of them.As Lott explained, last year, when House Judiciary Committee passed national reciprocity along party lines, Democrats also opposed legislation that would have allowed…
Sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction. Police in Gastonia, North Carolina, say a man was shot last week while allegedly trying to kick his way into a disabled 75-year-old homeowner’s house. Instead of admitting what happened, investigators say he and his girlfriend drove to a nearby gas station and claimed he’d been wounded in a random drive-by shooting. According to reports from WCNC and WBTV, that story unraveled quickly. The homeowner, Donald Bolynn, told reporters he’d already been targeted once before. So when he heard someone trying to force their way into his Ware Avenue home again, he wasn’t…
Whether you’re being deployed or will be at home for some time, maintaining your car is important. One of the most important aspects of car maintenance goes beyond changing its oil or rotating the tires; It also includes recognizing signs of trouble early. This means paying attention to unusual noises, dashboard warning lights, and the way your car drives. If you ignore these issues, they won’t go away and will likely get worse, especially if your car often sits in a garage or on base while you’re gone. Small leaks can turn into big ones over time and worn parts…
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has awarded 50 U.S. service members medals in recognition of their work in securing the U.S.-Mexico Border. The medals, called the Mexican Border Defense Medal, were awarded in a ceremony on Monday to 14 Marine Corps personnel, 36 soldiers and one sailor who had all worked to stop drug traffickers and illegal immigration during President Donald Trump’s second administration. Border Security Securing the border has been a key priority under the second Trump administration. As of July 2025, U.S. troop deployments at the border tripled to 7,600 and include every branch of the military. The military…
This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog under the title: This Super El Niño May Be “The Strongest By A Truly Mind-Blowing Margin” And Could Cause The Most Economic Damage Ever We are literally watching a slow-motion apocalyptic event play out right in front of our eyes, but most people in the general population don’t seem too concerned even though we are being warned that this apocalyptic event could cause trillions of dollars in economic losses. Large numbers of fish are being cooked to death, unprecedented wildfires are ripping across the United States and…
Earlier this week, I wrote about the DSA and its stance on guns. While the current platform seems to suggest some kind of compromise on guns, where hunting and self-defense were seemingly respected, it was still completely unacceptable. Especially because socialism is the kind of ideology you can vote yourself into and have to shoot your way out of. The Second Amendment is the insurance policy for the Constitution, and since most of the rest of DSA’s platform is geared around upending the Constitution…well, you can see the issue.But the truth of the matter is…
United States ruler Donald Trump said that the ceasefire with Iran is “on life support.” The comments were made after Iran rejected the US’s latest counterproposal. Trump said that Iran’s proposal was “totally unacceptable” when presented with it a few days ago. He added that the state of the month-old truce is “unbelievably weak,” while speaking with reporters in the Oval Office. Trump: Iran’s Peace Plan Is “Totally Unacceptable” “I would call it the weakest, right now, after reading that piece of garbage they sent us — I didn’t even finish reading it,” Trump said. “I would say the ceasefire…
I don’t like it when people trot out the number of red flag orders that have been issued as evidence that the red flag law in question is working. That’s not a sign of the law’s effectiveness. That should be things like a drop in violent crime, a drop in suicides, or even a second round of the order after the initial issuance. In other words, something that shows the people getting hit are, in fact, a danger to themselves or others.But that starts with tracking the orders themselves, so the numbers matter.Unless, apparently, you’re…
First-person shooters have always been exciting, but class systems made them way more exciting. In FPS without classes, things basically came down to a player’s aim, speed, and map knowledge. Class-based games added another layer. The choice made before a match could shape how a whole team played once the action started. Class-based systems gave the genre much more personality. One class could protect the front line, and another could heal wounded allies. Someone else could scout ahead, reveal enemy positions, or build defenses that changed how a map was fought over. Every role brought a different job, and every…
It’s not easy to own a gun in Massachusetts, at least not legally. If you don’t mind breaking the law, though, it’s absurdly simple: steal a gun, buy a gun on the black market, have someone else buy a gun for you, or build your own, to name a few options. Authorities still haven’t said how 46-year-old Tyler Brown got ahold of the gun he used to randomly fire at motorists on Cambridge’s busy Memorial Drive on Monday afternoon, but he did in clear violation of Massachusetts gun laws… and was aided by one of…
Among the many military holidays celebrated each year is Armed Forces Day. Celebrated the third Saturday in May, Armed Forces Day falls during Military Appreciation Month and joins Memorial Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day, and Victory in Europe Day (V-E Day) as another May military-themed holiday. The History of Armed Forces Day On Aug. 31, 1949, Defense Secretary Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy and Air Force Days. The single-day celebration stemmed from the unification of the armed forces under one agency — the Department of Defense. In a speech announcing…
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This article was originally published by Tyler Durden at ZeroHedge. Summary Trump mulls restarting Project Freedom in Hormuz and says forcibly retrieving ‘nuclear dust’ is still on the table, oil jumps on the headline. Iran Foreign Ministry: “Everything we proposed in the text was reasonable and generous.” However, US officials insist on their “unreasonable demands.“ Saudi Arabia condemns Iran for its latest drone attacks targeting the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait on Sunday. Qatari LNG tanker abruptly U-Turns in Hormuz chokepoint after earlier in the weekend an initial one made it through – an unprecedented first for a Qatari tanker of the war. Israeli reservist killed in Hezbollah drone attack on…
We only get a say in certain elections. Obviously, those include state and local government, but we just get to pick one representative for the House and our two senators, and we don’t get to pick both of them at the same time most years. But the truth is that the decisions elsewhere have massive implications not just for those people, but for us. I’m not the only one who remembers Sen. John Cornyn cozying up with Joe Biden to pass gun control, after all. I don’t get to vote to remove Cornyn from office,…
There are a handful of military bases near San Antonio, Texas, including Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base and Randolph Air Force Base. Whether you’re stationed in the area or simply visiting, there are lots of fun family-friendly things to do that include military discounts. Keep in mind that some of the following discounts require advanced online booking, while others require a military ID when arriving in person so plan ahead! 1. SeaWorld San Antonio SeaWorld is filled with amazing animals, shows, rides and exhibits, and the SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment salutes those who serve through their “Waves of…
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After hearing the news about the Hong Kong high-rise fire back in November 2025, I thought about the safety of apartment and condo dwellers living in high-rise buildings. In the aftermath of the tragedy, 161 people lost their lives, and thousands of residents were displaced. Many factors contributed to the fire, including the use of substandard building materials, shoddy workmanship, and shady business dealings. These facts highlight the case that there are risks for anyone living in a densely populated building high above ground. When you live in a high-rise apartment, you must always pay attention to fire safety. The…
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