Reacting to a former CIA Chief and Case Officer discussion about SAD and GRS on the Dalton Fischer Podcast. Carnivault – The … Watch full video on YouTube
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With the suppressor tax stamp gone, thanks to that big 2025 bill, everybody’s jumping on subsonic loads to get the most out of their new cans, much to the boon of the very limited selection of companies that produce subsonic loads. This specific ammo turns an already great experience with a suppressor into a whisper-quiet experience that’s perfect for home defense, plinking, or hunting without ringing ears and oftentimes negating the need for additional hearing protection. While getting into the subsonic suppressed setup game used to be a lot of extra cash and frustration, now you can just go to…
When Patrick “Tate” Adamiak was arrested and convicted of possessing numerous illegal weapons, it was the Biden administration, and we all know that there would be no hope for the then active-duty sailor. Never mind that the trial never should have happened, and that the only reason a jury convicted him was that the judge blocked some important testimony from being heard. The truth was that he was yet another casualty in the ATF’s desire to look like they could actually do something. At least he survived the ordeal.Still, when Trump returned to office, so…
Reports of a “backdoor” national firearms registry have been a big concern for gun-rights organizations and pro-gun federal lawmakers for several years. Now, a news report at Reason.com not only confirms the secret registry created with firearms transaction records accumulated by the ATF from firearm retailers who have gone out of business, but explains how Republican lawmakers have been seeking answers for nearly a year. According to the report, the registry is made up of a “digital trove of hundreds of millions—possibly over a billion—firearm transaction records that the agency has digitized from former dealer files.” On February 3, U.S.…
The ATF isn’t our friend. It could be, but the truth is that there have been too many years when the bureau sought to spend more time monitoring what people like you and me were doing than actually going after armed criminals and actual gun traffickers. In fairness, going after those guys is hard, while we’re easier targets. Heaven forbid someone employed by the federal government has to actually work hard, with the notable exception of the junior enlisted in the military.What we all would like to see is someone running the ATF who isn’t…
Pro-gun rights group Gun Owners of America has announced it is launching its first-ever digital magazine, an exclusive membership benefit for GOA members. According to Felisha Bull, Director of Communications for GOA, the new magazine will build upon the success of GOA’s State of the Second Podcast and will expand the State of the Second brand into long-form storytelling and analysis, tailored specifically for gun owners. “State of the Second will provide GOA members with in-depth, original content that blends advocacy, industry insight and exclusive access,” Bull wrote in a news release announcing the launch. “The magazine will feature expert gun reviews from trusted…
We stood at the top of a steep slope with tightly spaced trees. “Follow my ski tracks — we need to go either far left or far right near the bottom of this slope. That way, we can avoid cliffs,” my ski partner, Dane Tudor, said. Cliffs? I reached up and used my mitten to press the button on the ear pad of my ski helmet, pausing my music. I was testing the new POC Obex Connect. The sound quality was excellent, and the system was so easy to use that I was now hooked on listening to beats throughout…
REI: Up to 50% Off on Select Items From Fjällräven (Photo/Fjällräven) It’s rare to find Fjällräven on sale, but now’s your chance at REI. Get 30% off stylish wool sweaters and cozy flannels, and 50% off the brand’s iconic Kanken daypack. Hiking and cycling pants are also on sale. Shop Fjällräven Sale Backcountry: Up to 40% Off Ghost Whisperer Jacket (Photo/Elk Raven Photography) Mountain Hardwear’s Ghost Whisperer Jacket was our pick for best ultralight down jacket of 2025. It’s got an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio, and for such a thin jacket, it stands up pretty well to rain and wind. And now…
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes took a swipe at the state’s self-defense laws as well as Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents this week, suggesting that the lack of a duty to retreat in state statute could lead to gun owners opening fire on law enforcement under the belief that their life is in danger from violent criminals. The so-called ‘Stand Your Ground’ law “makes Arizona very, very different from almost every other state where this (ICE) buildup is happening,” the Democratic AG said in a wide-ranging interview on her potential response to a large ICE…
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s first year in office has triggered a sweeping clash over the direction of U.S. military power, turning what began as a leadership transition into one of the most closely watched Pentagon resets in decades.Hegseth, a former infantry officer and ex-Fox News co-host, took the reins and has pushed hard to overhaul personnel policy, command culture, and national security priorities. He has President Donald Trump’s trust but has also faced continued criticism from DoD outsiders including federal watchdogs and civil liberties groups.The White House has portrayed his first year as a reset for readiness and discipline.“Secretary…
Cold plunge and chiller combos often cost $3,000 or more, which is why durability should be a factor when considering one. Often, a chiller will go out, or the tub itself can crack or degrade over time, especially when exposed to the elements. A cracked tub can throw that $3,000 investment right out the window. Which is why, when I saw the sturdy and no-frills build of the Eternal Ice HD Pro Ice Bath + Chiller ($3,476), I thought it might be able to handle the great outdoors. The tub is made from 45mm linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), an extremely…
Dear Bearing Arms Reader,We are one year into the most successful presidential term in history. President Trump continues to prove his doubters wrong, posting victories many assumed were never possible. For the first time in 50 years, the U.S. achieved net migration in 2025, reversing Biden’s disastrous open border policies and sending more than 2.6 million illegal aliens home through deportations and self-departures. The Department of Homeland Security arrested more than 650,000 illegal aliens, including the worst of the worst – killers, rapists, gang members, and drug traffickers. Fentanyl trafficking at the Southern border has decreased by more than…
An Irish lawmaker is calling for new legislation aimed to better inspect U.S. aircraft at an airport that for many years has been used by the United States military.The international Shannon Airport in Ireland is not a permanent base for aircraft owned and operated by the United States and, more specifically, the U.S. Air Force. However, the airport has long served a strategic relevance for U.S. operations including refueling, a place for cargo planes and military troop carriers to dock, and has also acted as a stopover for service members traveling to war-torn nations in the Middle East like Afghanistan…
Springfield Armory has a lot of new products that they are delivering to us at this SHOT Show 2026, and it is going to take a minute to cover all of them, but in the coming days we’ll get you up to speed on everything. Another exciting announcement to come from their booth is the return of a .300 Blackout firearm in the SAINT Victor 300 BLK AR-15 Pistol. Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 300 BLK AR-15 Pistol The Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 300 BLK 9.5″ AR-15 Pistol (SKU: STV995300B-V2-SBA3) has an MSRP of $1,249, and for those who are really…
Skinning up Cameron Pass, the cool crisp air blew through the trees, and snow floated above me. The new Black Diamond Dawn Patrol Pack fit seamlessly on my back as I cut a skin track up the mountain. The pack carried all my gear, clothes, and food — it was almost an extension of myself, moving freely with me as I climbed. At the top of the run, I switched from uphill to downhill mode and sipped water from the insulated hose on my right shoulder. I removed my skins, stuck them easily into the pack’s interior, and then carved…
While the Bruen decision laid out some rather specific groundwork for what gun laws can be considered constitutional and which couldn’t, it’s obvious that lower court judges aren’t rational creatures, just rationalizing ones. After all, how many times have we seen courts completely ignore the requirement for a historic analog, despite the clear directives from the Court? Yes, Rahimi muddied the waters a bit and gave greater leeway to the lower courts as to what can be considered an analog; sometimes, they don’t even bother.Enter Illinois and its ban on concealed carry on public transit.Gun…
The United States House Committee has voted to hold the Clintons in contempt of Congress with regard to the Estein probe. Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton are in contempt of Congress for refusing to testify in its investigation into disgraced financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The Clintons Refuse To Testify To Congress In Epstein Investigation According to a report by RT, nine Democrats joined Republicans in voting in favor of the resolution targeting Bill Clinton, while three Democrats backed the measure against Hillary Clinton. “By voting to hold the Clintons in contempt, the…
In the last year, the knife industry faced some challenges that could have had some long-lasting impacts. From the closing of a primary U.S. steel supplier to threats of tariffs that disrupted supply chains and pricing, 2025 was, in certain regards, a hot mess. During that time of unrest, rumors of a new super-premium knife steel started to float around the internet and in circles where knife nuts gathered. As political and economic factors around the industry have cooled somewhat, it’s time to see what MagnaMax steel is all about! Check out GearJunkie’s guide to Knife Steels. It Starts With…
A Maryland jury handed down a multi-million dollar judgment against Walmart this week, finding that the company was negligent in selling a shotgun to an employee who took his life with the firearm a few hours later. The family of 23-year-old Jacob Mace filed their lawsuit against Walmart in 2021, about two years after Mace’s death. The complaint alleged that the retailer violated Maryland gun laws and company policy by selling the arm after store management had been made aware of his mental health struggles, though it appears that the verdict was silent on whether…
