Machine guns are making a comeback on American streets due to small conversion devices that can easily turn semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic weapons capable of firing 20 bullets in one second. These devices, known by various names such as switches or sears, are considered machine guns by the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The devices can be made of metal or plastic and are sometimes imported from China or created using 3D printers. While civilians can legally purchase automatic weapons under certain conditions, the possession of conversion switches is a growing concern. Law enforcement officials are calling for higher penalties for possession of these devices, as they pose a significant threat to public safety.
Firearm manufacturer Smith & Wesson has officially relocated its headquarters from Massachusetts to Tennessee, receiving praise from the NRA. The move is seen as a testament to the company's commitment to the firearm industry and Second Amendment rights. Smith & Wesson held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new headquarters, which spans 650,000 square feet. The relocation was facilitated by Tennessee's favorable gun laws and the company's collaboration with local leaders. The new facility will also feature a museum and retail store in the future.
Former prosecutor Andy McCarthy argues that New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham should face federal charges under Section 241 of the federal penal code, the same statute being used to charge former President Donald Trump. McCarthy claims that Grisham's move to suspend constitutional gun rights in her state constitutes a conspiracy to oppress and intimidate Americans in the free exercise of their Second Amendment rights. Grisham issued an emergency public health order suspending the right to carry guns in public after the shooting deaths of three children, which has drawn criticism from conservatives and constitutional scholars.
The governor of New Mexico has issued an emergency order banning the public carrying of firearms, sparking conflict and concerns over public safety and constitutional rights. The order comes in response to recent incidents of gun violence, including the death of an 11-year-old boy. While some advocacy groups support the action, others argue that it could hinder public safety. Gun owners, including a couple who survived a life-threatening incident, express concerns about their ability to protect themselves. The governor defends the decision, citing the high number of gun-related deaths among children in the state.
House Republicans, led by Rep. Claudia Tenney, are introducing the Protecting Hunting and Archery in Schools Act to reverse the Biden administration's crackdown on school hunting education and archery programs. The legislation aims to remove the federal restriction on funding for these programs, which were stripped of funding based on Education Department guidance interpreting the 2022 Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. Advocates argue that these programs provide valuable opportunities for students to learn about the outdoors and responsible firearm handling. Both Republicans and Democrats have criticized the administration's decision, with some lawmakers urging Education Secretary Miguel Cardona to rescind the guidance. The Department of Education has expressed openness to funding hunting education and archery programs and is willing to work with Congress to reverse the guidance.
