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The Latest Breaking News from Gun Rights

Trump puts Republicans in a tough spot on gun rights

"You can't walk in with guns," Trump told reporters about the tragedy in Minnesota.

Axios · Jan 28

Gun rights icon Kyle Rittenhouse just called out Trump’s hypocrisy over Alex Pretti, signaling a major rift in the MAGA world

Hey, at least he's consistent.

We Got This Covered · Jan 27

When Did Republicans Stop Caring About Gun Rights?

Plus: DHS escalation in Minnesota, Trump loses support on ICE tactics, and how politics influence the Oscar nominations

Reason · Jan 26

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The Trump Administration Is Lying About Gun Rights and the Death of Alex Pretti

"Carrying a firearm is not a death sentence, it's a Constitutionally protected God-given right," writes Rep. Thomas Massie (R–Ky.).

Reason · Jan 25

Gun rights groups challenge shooting of legally armed Minneapolis man

Videos show he was holding a cell phone, not his gun.

Axios · Jan 25

Supreme Court likely to reject limits on concealed carry but uphold bans on gun possession by drug users

The U.S. Supreme Court in early 2026 will hear oral arguments in two cases testing the limits of gun rights under the Constitution.

The Conversation · Jan 15

NRA sues its own charity for misusing ‘many millions of dollars’ and ‘hijacking’ logo to build rival group

The longstanding gun rights advocacy group has struggled with a series of financial scandals in recent years

The Independent UK · Jan 8

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Trump Engaged in Deliberate Campaign to Make Violence More Likely in US, Gun Reform Advocate Claims

Trump is accused of a deliberate campaign to increase US violence, rolling back gun safety, restoring felon gun rights, and cutting bipartisan violence prevention grants in 2022.

International Business Times UK · Dec 14, 2025

NRA forced to sell off its investments to pay off bills as membership declines, report says

Revenue from membership dues is down for the gun rights organization, according to the report

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2025

The DOJ Says It Will Challenge Unconstitutional Gun Policies. Maybe It Should Stop Defending Them.

The Justice Department's litigation positions are at odds with its avowed intent to protect Second Amendment rights.

Reason · Dec 10, 2025

Gun Rights Activist Brandon Herrera Ramps Up Bid to Unseat Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales, Accuses Him of Alleged Affair

With more than three months to go until the 2026 primary, Herrera has already surpassed what he raised in the 2024 cycle, putting new pressure on Gonzales' seat.

Latin Times · Dec 7, 2025

Why Does SCOTUS Hear So Few Second Amendment Cases?

The right to keep and bear arms occupies a curious place in American legal history.

Reason · Nov 13, 2025

Judges rule some Florida gun laws are unconstitutional. Here's what to know

A pair of court rulings declaring some of Florida’s gun restrictions unconstitutional are creating some confusion in the notoriously firearm friendly state

The Independent UK · Oct 29, 2025

High and Armed? Supreme Court to Decide If Drug Users' Gun Rights Are Protected by the Constitution

The Supreme Court of the United States will rule on whether illegal drug users can legally possess firearms under the Gun Control Act of 1968's Section 922(g)(3), a decision with sweeping implications for Second Amendment rights and federal-state tensions.

International Business Times UK · Oct 21, 2025

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Reason · Oct 15, 2025

The NRA Supports SCOTUS Petitioners Who Lost Their Gun Rights Because of Nonviolent Offenses

The cases give the justices a chance to address a constitutionally dubious policy that disarms peaceful Americans.

Clever Dude · Oct 10, 2025

8 Firearm Mistakes That Can Land You in Serious Legal Trouble

Owning a firearm comes with serious responsibility, and not just for safety reasons. Many gun owners unintentionally make firearm mistakes that can lead to major legal trouble, even if they mean no harm. In today’s climate of strict laws and evolving regulations, ignorance is no defense. Whether you carry for…

The Conversation · Oct 10, 2025

Political violence: What can happen when First Amendment free speech meets Second Amendment gun rights

The assassination in September 2025 of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has heightened attention on the relationship between political rhetoric and political violence.

The Independent UK · Sep 29, 2025

Lawsuit accuses firearms industry group of using gun owners' personal data to tailor political ads

A new lawsuit filed in Connecticut accuses a firearms industry group of secretly building a database containing the personal information of millions of gun owners and using the data to target gun rights supporters with political ads

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Reason · Sep 8, 2025

Woman Repeatedly Badmouthed Ex-Lover, Ordered Not to Say Anything Online About Him, Lost Gun Rights

She had admitted that some (though not all) of the speech was false, but the injunction (entered in a restraining order case, not following a full defamation trial) extends to all speech, not just falsehoods: "Even speech otherwise protected by the First Amendment may be enjoined if it disturbs the…

The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2025

Justice Department talks about banning transgender gun owners spark fury across political spectrum

The Justice Department is drawing swift condemnation from gun rights groups and LGBTQ advocates alike after floating that it was considering restricting transgender people from owning guns — a move that would all but certainly face immediate constitutional challenges if ever implemented

The Guardian - US · Sep 5, 2025

Inside the gun absolutists’ bold plot to repeal one of America’s strongest firearms laws

Gun Owners of America, which sees the NRA as soft, has the National Firearms Act in its sights – and it’s ready for battle

Reason · Sep 4, 2025

She Wrote a Bad Check 17 Years Ago and Still Can't Own Guns. This Trump Order Could Help People Like Her.

The Justice Department has proposed a pathway to restore gun rights for millions of Americans.

The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2025

Gun rights influencer responds after Minneapolis shooting suspect praised him in video

YouTuber Brandon Herrera said he was ‘disgusted that my name came out of this demon's mouth’

The Texas Tribune · Aug 27, 2025

Minneapolis gunman appears to promote “Brandon Herrera for president” in video posted before shooting

Herrera, a gun rights activist with millions of online followers, said he was “disgusted” to be mentioned by the shooter. Herrera is challenging U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales in the Republican primary.

Reason · Aug 5, 2025

Gun Rights Groups Sue To Overturn Federal Weapons Registration

The case argues that, since the One Big Beautiful Bill Act eliminated taxes on the transfer of certain weapons, the constitutional basis for registering those weapons no longer exists.

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