Minnesota Firearm News

A lawsuit backed by the Texas Public Policy Foundation challenges the federal machine gun ban, arguing it exceeds Congress’ authority under the Commerce Clause and could reshape limits on federal power.

A Texas shooting organization has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the 1986 machine gun ban under 18 U.S.C. § 922(o). The case, Temple Gun Club v. Bondi, argues Congress exceeded its authority and could reopen the civilian machine gun registry if successful.

Firearm manufacturer and Second Amendment advocate Brandon “AK Guy” Herrera is poised to become the Republican nominee for Texas’ 23rd Congressional District after incumbent Tony Gonzales announced he will not seek re-election. Herrera now heads toward the November election with strong support from the firearms community.

Texas’ 23rd Congressional District is headed to a May 26 Republican runoff after Rep. Tony Gonzales and Brandon Herrera finished just four votes apart in the primary. 2 If By Sea Tactical endorses Herrera, citing his firm opposition to federal gun control and strong support for Second Amendment protections as key reasons gun owners should turn out for the runoff.

Early voting is underway in Texas, with key congressional primaries drawing attention from Second Amendment advocates. With GOA endorsements highlighting candidates in Districts 2 and 23, gun owners are weighing which leaders will take a firm stance on red flag laws, federal regulation, and constitutional protections in Washington.