Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, along with attorneys general from Alaska and Wyoming, have submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court urging the establishment of a legal test for presidential immunity. The brief, filed in the case of Trump v. United States, argues that defining the limits of presidential immunity is crucial due to the potential for future prosecutions involving this issue.Yost emphasized the importance of establishing clear guidelines for presidential immunity, stating, "A line of normal behavior has been crossed... it seems likely that we will...
Senator JD Vance (R-OH) has introduced the Ukraine Aid Transparency Act of 2024, which would modify reporting requirements in the FY2024 NDAA to ensure an accurate accounting of American and European aid to Ukraine.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced today that 11 certified crime laboratories will receive an additional $3.4 million in funding as part of the Ohio Crime Lab Efficiency Program.
Mexico's $10 billion lawsuit against U.S. firearm manufacturers has sparked debate over the implications of the Biden administration's border policies. Larry Keane, writing on the issue, highlights how the "open border" policy is allegedly funding violent narco-terrorists in Mexico, contributing to a range of criminal activities. Keane also dismisses Mexican officials' claim that U.S. firearm manufacturers are complicit in arming cartels, calling it an "absurd allegation."Criticism is also directed at Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador for his handling of the...
Ohio residents are being reminded to exercise their voting rights in support of candidates who prioritize gun rights ahead of the upcoming Election Day on March 19.The Buckeye Firearms Association Political Action Committee (BFA-PAC) has evaluated Ohio's primary candidates from both Democratic and Republican parties based on their stance on gun rights, providing a report card for voters to make informed decisions. The association has endorsed certain candidates, emphasizing the importance of understanding the candidates' positions on this critical issue.The focus of the...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted, Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation, today announced that the seventh annual In-Demand Jobs Week will take place May 6 to May 10, the first full work week of May. In-Demand Jobs Week celebrates the many top jobs, industries, and skills across Ohio.
Senator JD Vance’s (R-OH) amendment to the Senate minibus appropriations bill, which will prohibit the Department of Transportation from using any federal funds to enforce mask mandates, passed both the House and the Senate and will now go to President Biden’s desk where it will be signed into law.
GOP U.S. Senate hopeful Matt Dolan started his political career running as a Democrat. If elected, he expects such instincts to come in handy in Washington, D.C.
Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute has taken a stand against Illinois' gun law by filing an amicus brief in Herrera v. Raoul and urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the ban on certain rifles and standard capacity magazines.Jay R. Carson, senior litigator at The Buckeye Institute, emphasized the importance of upholding legal precedent, stating, "In the wake of Bruen, lawmakers, litigants, and judges are debating how the ruling should apply. But as courts consider the cases brought before them, they are still bound by precedent."Carson further pointed out the...
In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden has signed a bill that restores Second Amendment rights for America's veterans, much to the shock of gun owners and amidst his own frustration. The legislation, included in a package approved by Congress earlier this month, corrects a longstanding practice that had been depriving American veterans of their gun rights since 1998.The National Rifle Association (NRA) played a key role in advocating for this change, ensuring that military members with service-connected disabilities can now receive benefits without risking...
The Ohio Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated its inaugural Women in Business Awards during the 2024 Women in Business Summit. The event recognized three remarkable Ohio business leaders: Jane Cavarozzi of Dirty Girl Coffee LLC, Jenny Saunders of FCBank, and Sandra Harbrecht Ratchford of Paul Werth Associates for their significant contributions to their businesses and communities.
A Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives industry operations investigator recently intervened in a firearm purchase in central Florida, citing concerns about the potential smell of marijuana. The incident occurred during a routine audit at a gun dealer's shop in Plant City.The individual at the center of the incident, identified only as Daniel, had completed all required paperwork and background checks to purchase a handgun. However, the ATF inspector ordered the sale to be halted based on suspicions related to the smell of marijuana.In response to the...
The Buckeye Institute, based in Columbus, Ohio, has recently joined the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in an amicus brief aimed at protecting small businesses. The brief, filed in the case Metal Conversion Technologies v. U.S. Department of Transportation, urges the U.S. Supreme Court to hear the case and uphold the principle of "equitable tolling."According to David C. Tryon, the director of litigation at The Buckeye Institute, "Equitable tolling is available to plaintiffs in our constitutionally established federal courts." Tryon further emphasized...
Leaders of the Buckeye Firearms Association will be present at the Open Seasons Sportsman's Expo this weekend at the Ohio Expo Center & State Fair. The event, scheduled for March 15-17 inside the Bricker Building, will showcase the latest outdoor gear, offer hands-on demonstrations, feature entertainment and educational seminars, and host special guests.One of the representatives mentioned, "Look for BFA leaders at booth 514, between Benning Distributing and Deer IQ." Visitors can find them at this location throughout the expo.The expo will include attractions such as...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Executive Order 2024-3D to continue the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation and reauthorize the Governor’s Executive Workforce Board.
The U.S. House of Representatives' Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government recently held a hearing to address concerns regarding the federal government's actions against the American people. The committee uncovered troubling practices of surveillance and data collection by federal agencies, sparking outrage among lawmakers and advocates.During the Hearing on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, it was revealed that the U.S. Treasury Department's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) had been collecting information on Americans'...
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today announced the recipients of the Career Technical Education Equipment Grant Program which will expand career technical education access to an additional 10,345 students across the state.