Videos tagged with Bipartisan Gun Control

In June 2022, NICS checks reached the third-highest June on record, while gun sales achieved the second-highest June on record. This surge is partly attributed to a knee-jerk reaction to bipartisan gun control legislation passed by the Senate. A significant drop in Illinois FOID card checks, due to a system revamp, also influenced overall NICS check numbers.

The Yankee Marshal analyzes the proposed bipartisan gun control legislation, focusing on its potential impacts. He expresses strong opposition to 'red flag' laws and the 'boyfriend loophole,' viewing them as violations of due process. While supportive of increased funding for mental health and school security, he criticizes measures that create stricter processes for 18-20 year olds and penalize straw purchases, arguing these are already covered by existing laws or are overly broad.

William Kirk of Washington Gun Law discusses a significant development in US gun control legislation, where a sufficient number of Republican Senators have agreed in principle to new, sweeping gun control measures. The video aims to inform lawful gun owners about potential changes, specifically mentioning Red Flag laws and enhanced background checks. The discussion delves into the implications of this bipartisan framework for responsible gun owners.

This video argues against compromising on gun control measures, particularly universal background checks. It highlights that existing laws are extensive and that proposed 'compromises' are seen as incremental steps towards broader restrictions. The speaker emphasizes that organizations like Gun Owners of America and Firearms Policy Coalition are crucial in defending Second Amendment rights against what they perceive as a continuous erosion of freedoms.