Minnesota Firearm News

Internal Dispute Erupts: B&T USA Sues Swiss Parent Company A major legal battle has erupted within one of the firearms industry’s well-known brands, as B&T USA, LLC has filed a lawsuit against its own Swiss parent company, B&T AG, along with company president Karl Brügger. The lawsuit, filed on March 17, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, signals a serious internal conflict that could have broader implications for the company’s operations in

Michigan’s 2025 red flag report reveals that the vast majority of firearm confiscation orders are issued without notice or a hearing. The findings raise serious concerns about due process, fairness, and the growing use of ex parte orders to remove constitutional rights.

New York agrees to stop enforcing its social media disclosure rule for concealed carry permits after a legal challenge, marking a partial win for gun rights.

Canada’s gun confiscation program is facing rising costs, low participation, and growing criticism. New reports reveal billions in spending and major concerns about effectiveness and transparency.

Lodestar Technology has introduced the LNK9, a 9mm handgun featuring biometric fingerprint access, PIN authentication, and integrated smart technology. The firearm represents one of the latest attempts to bring “smart gun” features into the personal defense market.

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.