Massie Tells Senate the Second Amendment Exists to Thwart Tyranny

Summary

Representative Thomas Massie testified before the Senate, asserting the Second Amendment's purpose is for defense against tyranny and advocating for several federal policy changes. He highlighted the National Constitutional Carry Act, which would extend permitless carry nationwide, and called for the repeal of the Gun-Free School Zones Act and the federal ban on handgun sales to 18-20 year olds, while also addressing issues with the NICS background check system.