Videos tagged with Immigration Status

A federal appellate court is weighing the Second Amendment rights of non-citizens unlawfully present in the U.S. The Department of Justice argues these individuals do not possess such rights, citing historical precedents. The defense contends that a federal statute prohibiting firearm possession by these individuals is an absolute ban, infringing on Second Amendment protections, especially in light of recent Supreme Court rulings emphasizing individual gun rights.

This video discusses Washington State Senate Bill 5103, which amends RCW 9.94A.1885 concerning the Governor's Board for Pardons and Clemency. The bill proposes to prioritize individuals facing deportation proceedings for expedited review of pardon or commutation applications, regardless of their immigration status. This is contrasted with the standard process for Washington State residents seeking similar relief for reasons like employment background checks or firearm purchases.

This video details a case where an individual illegally present in the U.S. for over 15 years managed to acquire over 170 firearms through FFLs and the background check system. It highlights significant failures in both the NICS and ATF oversight, questioning how such a large quantity of firearms could be purchased without flagging. The speaker, an experienced firearms instructor, analyzes the legal implications and systemic breakdowns, contrasting it with potential scrutiny faced by legal gun owners.