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Recent News About Buckeye Firearms Association
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AOC inadvertently acknowledges modern sporting rifle is 'common
Vice President Kamala Harris recently called for the renewal of the assault weapons ban, posting on X, “Congress must renew the assault weapons ban.” This demand aligns with ongoing efforts by gun control advocates to restrict modern sporting rifles (MSRs), such as AR-15-style semi-automatic rifles. Despite these efforts, data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates that the expired 1994 ban did not reduce crime, and ownership of MSRs has surged.
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Congressional hearing on Trump rally shifts focus to gun control debate
On August 1, 2024, during a U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Oversight and Accountability hearing, Representative Gerry Connolly (D-VA) used the platform to address his concerns about firearms in America. The session primarily focused on security measures following a failed assassination attempt on President Donald Trump.
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Paralympic shooter faces social media restrictions amid big-tech firearm content policies
In recent years, big tech has expanded its control over public discourse, with platforms like YouTube and Meta (the parent company of Facebook and Instagram) imposing restrictions on firearms-related content.
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Kamala Harris’ stance on gun control raises concerns among gun owners
Since President Joe Biden exited the 2024 presidential race on July 21, Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the Democratic presidential nominee.
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Podcast addresses Hollywood's inaccuracies in firearm depictions
The Keep and Bear Radio podcast, hosted on Podbean and available on platforms such as Apple, Google, Spotify, and iHeartRadio, has released a new episode addressing common misconceptions about firearms in Hollywood productions. Listeners are encouraged to subscribe to the podcast to stay updated with every episode.
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Harris set to challenge Trump amid strong stance on gun control
The forces urging President Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential campaign have prevailed. Attention now shifts to Vice President Kamala Harris, who is expected to become the Democratic nominee at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month. She will likely face Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump in November.
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House investigates alleged collusion between White House and anti-gun groups
The head of the U.S. House of Representatives Oversight Committee is investigating potential collusion between the White House and anti-gun groups targeting Glock Inc. with a lawsuit.
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ODNR announces special deer hunts in eight Ohio state nature preserves
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Natural Areas and Preserves will hold special deer hunts at eight state nature preserves across Ohio during the 2024-25 hunting season.
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Story of Joseph Belton challenges assumptions about Second Amendment intentions
Many people claim that the Founding Fathers could not have conceived of repeating rifles when they drafted the Second Amendment to the Bill of Rights. However, the story of Joseph Belton and his correspondence with the Continental Congress suggests otherwise.
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California begins tracking firearms credit card use amid privacy concerns
Two years ago, California officials apologized after a leak of private personal information of concealed carry permit holders. The sensitive data included names, dates of birth, gender, race, driver's license numbers, and addresses. It also revealed the type of permit issued, indicating if the holder was a member of law enforcement or a judge.
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New study finds no link between concealed carry laws and increased gun theft
Gun-control groups campaign against right-to-carry laws by claiming that guns carried in public pose a substantial threat to public safety and that concealed carry permitting laws lead to more violent crime. Giffords, for instance, alleges that “the dangers of permissive public carry laws” include an increase in gun thefts and “other undesirable outcomes,” with no counterbalancing public safety benefits.
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Eighth Circuit panel rules Minnesota young-adult carry ban unconstitutional
A three-judge panel in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit has issued a unanimous 27-page ruling declaring Minnesota’s ban on concealed carry by young adults unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. This decision marks a victory for the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners.
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Linda Walker discusses J.D. Vance nomination on Cam & Co podcast
Buckeye Firearms Association Board President Linda Walker appeared on the Cam & Co podcast with Cam Edwards to discuss Donald Trump's announcement of Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance as the Vice Presidential nominee.
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VA resists compliance with proposed pro-gun legislation
Earlier this month, the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs of the House Veterans Affairs Committee held a legislative hearing on several proposed bills that would alter procedures and standards for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA, established by Congress, operates under statutes that guide and fund its activities.
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Buckeye Firearms Association announces 'Built for Heroes' raffle with $5,000 prize package
The Buckeye Firearms Association has announced a raffle featuring a $5,000 prize package titled "Built for Heroes." The raffle is exclusively open to Ohio residents aged 21 or older.
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Ohio opens applications for public-land controlled hunts
Applications for Ohio’s public-land controlled hunts are being accepted until Wednesday, July 31, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.
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Citigroup faces criticism over conflicting policies on firearms industry
Citigroup, the international banking giant valued at over $300 billion, is facing criticism for its banking service policies. The company continues to refuse services to firearm businesses that do not comply with its gun control demands while financing military weapons.
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Buckeye Firearms Association endorses Bernie Moreno for U.S. Senate
Buckeye Firearms Association PAC has announced its endorsement of Bernie Moreno for U.S. Senate.
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Supreme Court declines immediate review of Illinois assault weapon ban
The U.S. Supreme Court announced on July 2 that it would not review challenges to Illinois' new law that criminalizes the possession of certain firearms classified as "assault weapons," including AR-15s. Petitioners had sought a preliminary injunction against the enforcement of the law, arguing it infringes upon their Second Amendment rights.
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Supreme Court limits ATF's authority; Ohio court rules against Cincinnati gun laws
The Keep and Bear Radio podcast, hosted on Podbean and available on Apple, Google, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other platforms, recently discussed significant legal developments in its latest episode.