In the aftermath of a deadly attack in Manhattan, New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) declared, “Automatic weapons are as easy to get as a cell phone.” A closer look at U.S. firearms laws and purchasing processes reveals this claim is factually incorrect.
Amid growing scrutiny over the Sig Sauer P320 pistol platform, the firearms manufacturer released a strong statement reaffirming confidence in the weapon’s safety and reliability. The response follows multiple lawsuits alleging unintentional discharges, a temporary Air Force suspension, and a controversial memo from ICE suggesting a shift to Glock sidearms.
Sen. Chris Murphy (D–CT) introduced a critical amendment to this week’s defense spending bill, seeking to significantly raise the National Firearms Act (NFA) tax on suppressors. If approved, the tax stamp for suppressors and short-barrel rifles would surge from the current $200 to $4,709, reversing a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill that would eliminate the tax altogether.
An FBI Ballistic Research Facility (BRF) report examining an alleged “uncommanded discharge” from a Sig Sauer M18 pistol—carried by a Michigan State Police officer—has reignited scrutiny of the firearm’s safety. The August 30, 2024, report, released this week via a public-records request, did not conclusively determine that the pistol fired on its own, but confirmed it was possible under certain conditions.
A pivotal legal battle over Illinois’ ban on semi-automatic firearms is now on track to reach the U.S. Supreme Court, with a possible final decision expected by mid-2026. The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals has scheduled oral arguments for September 22 in a case that could determine whether any state can legally prohibit commonly owned firearms.
Oregon lawmakers passed Senate Bill 243 last week, imposing new restrictions on concealed carry rights and firearm accessories. The bill now awaits Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek’s signature, likely tightening Second Amendment freedoms across the state.
Rhode Island’s Democrat-controlled legislature passed a bill Friday banning the in-state sale and manufacture of so-called “assault weapons.” The legislation now awaits the signature of Gov. Dan McKee (D), who signaled strong support for the measure following its passage.
Smith & Wesson CEO Mark Smith celebrated a major legal victory after the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously struck down Mexico’s lawsuit against the firearms manufacturer. The high court's ruling on June 5, 2025, upheld American sovereignty and the Second Amendment by affirming that U.S. gunmakers cannot be held responsible for criminal misuse of their products in foreign countries.
A disturbing report from Colombian outlet Noticias Caracol has uncovered a growing trend in international arms smuggling, where U.S.-purchased firearms are shipped to Colombia hidden inside everyday electronics. These weapons are ending up in the hands of terrorist organizations like the FARC and ELN.
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt (R) signed HB 2818 into law on Thursday, granting Oklahomans the right to use the “defensive display” of a firearm to deter threats and protect their property. The measure, which took effect immediately, clarifies what constitutes a lawful defensive act involving a firearm short of using deadly force.
