Minnesota Firearm News

Following a deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese renewed calls for stricter gun control—despite Australia already having some of the most restrictive firearm laws in the world. While much of the country continues down a path of expanded government control, resistance from regions like the Northern Territory highlights growing global fractures over self-defense rights. The situation serves as a stark reminder of how quickly freedoms c

In a historic shift for U.S. gun policy, the Department of Justice under Attorney General Pam Bondi has filed a lawsuit against Washington, D.C., challenging its long-standing “assault weapons” ban as unconstitutional. The case, brought by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon’s Second Amendment Civil Rights Division, marks the first time the federal government has initiated a lawsuit directly opposing such bans—signaling a more aggressive approach to challenging state,

The Department of Justice has filed a landmark lawsuit against the U.S. Virgin Islands, alleging violations of the Second Amendment and potentially setting the stage for constitutional protections to be extended to U.S. territories under the 14th Amendment. If successful, the case could force territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and American Samoa to recognize federal gun rights—marking a major shift for citizens living under some of the most restrictive firearm laws in the Un

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has long provided American shooters and collectors with rare access to historic military firearms. Now, thanks to a provision in the latest National Defense Authorization Act, Congress has expanded the CMP’s authority to include the sale of surplus military shotguns for the first time. While restrictions still apply, the move opens the door for collectors to acquire scarce firearms with deep military history—signaling a notable shift in

Following a deadly weekend of mass shootings and growing political pressure, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has signed two executive orders aimed at addressing so-called “gun violence.” While the orders do not change existing firearm laws or impact what gun owners can buy, sell, or transfer, they signal a renewed push for gun control in Minnesota. With the state legislature evenly divided and major elections looming in 2026, these actions serve as a warning shot for gun owners a

We are at a crossroads in the firearm industry for a multitude of reasons.  Whether it is laws, regulations, or standards, the rate at which the firearm industry is progressing many things have not caught up.  As things like Forced Reset Triggers get more advanced and prominent, it will force the industry as a whole to adopt industry-wide standards.