Videos tagged with DOJ Civil Rights Division

This video discusses how Donald Trump's 2027 budget proposal explicitly labels the ATF's actions under the Biden administration as an "attack on gunowning Americans and undermine the Second Amendment." It highlights the pistol brace controversy as a prime example, where millions of legally acquired firearms were reclassified, potentially turning owners into felons. The proposal also allocates funds to establish a new DOJ Civil Rights Division office dedicated to protecting Second Amendment rights.

This video discusses the departure of Pam Bondi as U.S. Attorney General and speculates on potential replacements. The speakers, William Kirk, Costas Moros, and Hannah Hill, analyze the impact of this change on Second Amendment advocacy within the Department of Justice. They highlight the work of the DOJ's Civil Rights Division, particularly its Second Amendment section, and discuss the qualifications and potential of various candidates, including Todd Blanch (interim AG), Har Dylan, Andrew Bailey, and others, emphasizing the importance of a strong advocate for Second Amendment rights in the role.

This video discusses the potential impact of new gun control laws passed in Virginia, highlighting the attention from the DOJ's Second Amendment Rights Unit under Harmy Dylan. It details specific bills passed, including assault weapons bans and ghost gun prohibitions, while noting the simultaneous failure to pass legislation addressing violent criminal behavior. The analysis suggests these Virginia laws are being closely monitored by the DOJ and may face legal challenges, potentially reaching the Supreme Court.

This entry details the Rhode v. Bonta case concerning California's ammunition background check laws. It highlights the legal challenges, including Judge Benitez's initial ruling and the Ninth Circuit's en banc rehearing. A significant development is the DOJ's amicus brief, which criticizes the state's system as overly complex and argues that the right to bear arms inherently includes the right to acquire ammunition.

This video breaks down the DOJ's new Second Amendment section within the Civil Rights Division, explaining its focus on enforcing Second Amendment rights for law-abiding citizens through pattern-or-practice investigations against government agencies. It highlights how this unit targets issues like concealed carry permit delays and unreasonable conditions, drawing parallels to Supreme Court rulings like Bruen. However, it also points out the significant tension with the DOJ's continued defense of federal regulations like the National Firearms Act, suggesting the new initiative is targeted at state and local issues rather than federal gun control measures.

This video discusses a positive outcome from a 7th Circuit Court of Appeals hearing regarding Second Amendment rights. The speaker highlights the effectiveness of the legal team, particularly Harmeet Dhillon, in presenting arguments and challenging the state's position on concealed carry permits. The panel's tentative leaning towards the plaintiffs offers a hopeful outlook for gun rights.

This video from the Route 66 Range Expo features attorney Matt Cabaro discussing the state of Second Amendment rights and litigation. Key topics include the impact of the Bruen decision, ongoing legal challenges like Duncan v. Bonta and Wolfford v. Hawaii, and issues with CCW permitting processes in California. The discussion highlights the importance of legal advocacy and the evolving landscape of gun rights in the US.

The Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division is considering making Second Amendment rights a formal priority, a significant shift from its traditional focus. Assistant Attorney General Haret Dylan stated that gun rights are civil rights and that the division will examine state and local gun control measures that may infringe upon these rights. This initiative is seen as a direct response to the advocacy of gun rights organizations and the active participation of citizens.

The Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division, under Assistant Attorney General Harmy Dillon, is launching a new initiative to challenge state laws that infringe upon Second Amendment rights. This move aims to address issues like excessively long CCW wait times in California and burdensome regulations in states like Colorado and New York, treating the Second Amendment as a fundamental civil right.

This video discusses significant developments concerning Second Amendment rights under the Trump administration. Key points include President Trump's statement on ending Biden's gun control efforts, abolishing the 'zero tolerance' policy for gun dealers, and ending the pistol brace rule. Attorney General Pam Bondi's role in leading a new Second Amendment Enforcement Task Force is highlighted, supported by 26 state attorneys general. The video also notes NBC News' reporting on changes within the DOJ's Civil Rights Division under Harmy Dylan, framing these changes as a positive advancement of gun rights.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of recent developments supporting the Second Amendment under the Trump administration. It highlights President Trump's unequivocal support for gun rights, the DOJ's investigation into delayed concealed carry permits in Los Angeles, and a presidential proclamation commemorating the historical significance of Lexington and Concord in relation to gun control. The discussion also touches on the Peterson case concerning suppressors.

The video discusses the establishment of a Second Amendment Taskforce within the Department of Justice, a move advocated for by Gun Owners of America (GOA) and the Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC). This taskforce aims to protect Second Amendment rights and address what are considered unconstitutional laws and policies at federal, state, and local levels. The discussion highlights FPC's proposals, including the creation of a dedicated official for pro-rights policy and a specialized section within the DOJ Civil Rights Division to litigate against unconstitutional state and local actions.