Videos tagged with Michael Cloud

Representative Michael Cloud, alongside 26 other members of Congress, has formally requested an updated count of gun records maintained by the ATF. This action stems from concerns that the number of records, previously reported near one billion, has significantly increased since a 2021 inquiry. Gun Owners of America is monitoring this interaction and will provide further updates.

This video discusses a bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Michael Cloud aimed at preventing the federal government from using national emergencies to enact gun control measures. It highlights concerns stemming from past events like Hurricane Katrina and the COVID-19 pandemic, where emergency declarations were perceived as opportunities to restrict Second Amendment rights. The bill seeks to amend existing acts to prohibit such actions during declared emergencies.

This video discusses Gun Owners of America's (GOA) engagement with the ATF and the current administration. GOA is advocating for the abolition of the ATF's gun registry and is providing input to the administration on restoring Second Amendment rights and preventing the weaponization of government against gun owners. They encourage viewers to submit their ideas for the new acting ATF director.

This video discusses the ATF's alleged use of an illegal searchable firearms database, purportedly revealed during the investigation into the assassination attempt on President Donald Trump. The ATF's National Tracing Center (NTC) reportedly accessed digitized Form 4473 records from a defunct gun store to trace the shooter's weapon. The speaker argues this constitutes a violation of federal law prohibiting a national gun registry and questions the ATF's involvement in facial recognition processes.

This video discusses the Republican Study Committee's proposed funding priorities for the upcoming year, focusing on provisions aimed at protecting Second Amendment rights. An ATF agent expresses concern over these proposals, which include measures to end the pistol brace ban, remove certain firearms from NFA regulation, and prevent federal gun registries. The discussion highlights potential impacts on ATF operations and the broader landscape of gun control legislation.

This video discusses how the Governor of New Mexico's attempt to ban firearms via a public health order backfired, inadvertently exposing the potential for abuse of executive power for gun control. This action has spurred federal legislative efforts, including the "Protecting the Right to Keep and Bear Arms Act of 2023," aimed at preventing future administrations from using similar tactics to infringe upon Second Amendment rights. The speaker emphasizes that this event has significantly set back gun control planning by years.

This video, featuring an expert speaker, details the Gun Owners of America's discovery of a massive ATF gun registry compiled from digitized 'out of business' FFL records. It highlights concerns about government overreach, privacy violations, and the reintroduction of the 'No REGISTRY Rights Act' by Rep. Michael Cloud to mandate the destruction of these records. The video also includes a segment sponsored by Acre Gold, explaining their subscription service for physical and digital gold accumulation.

This video discusses the Gun Owners of America's (GOA) report alleging the ATF maintains an illegal, searchable national gun registry. The hosts, Eric and Chad from Iraqveteran8888, break down the GOA's findings, which suggest the ATF is digitizing and consolidating Form 4473 records, violating federal law. They highlight concerns about potential misuse for confiscation and the broader distrust in government institutions.

This video argues that gun control measures, particularly gun registries, have historically been precursors to state-sponsored violence and genocide. It cites examples from Soviet Russia, Nazi Germany, Uganda under Idi Amin, Guatemala, and the Ottoman Empire's extermination of Armenians to illustrate how registries facilitate confiscation and persecution. The speaker urges viewers to contact lawmakers to support legislation like the 'No Registry Rights Act' to prevent the creation of a US gun registry.

This video discusses the Biden administration's new ATF rule concerning unfinished firearm receivers (80% lowers) and its implications for firearm transactions and gun registries. The Gun Owners of America (GOA) expresses strong opposition, highlighting concerns about the expansion of gun registries and potential for confiscation. GOA advocates for legislative action, including the 'No Registry Rights Act,' as a means to combat these regulations.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses the 'No Backdoor Gun Control Act' introduced by Rep. Chip Roy, which aims to remove Any Other Weapons (AOWs) from the National Firearms Act (NFA). The legislation, co-sponsored by over 20 representatives and supported by Gun Owners of America, seeks to prevent the ATF from using AOW definitions to infringe on Second Amendment rights. The host emphasizes this as a crucial first step in dismantling the NFA.

This video features an interview with Congressman Michael Cloud discussing the ATF's alleged violation of federal law concerning the creation of a gun registry. Gun Owners of America (GOA) has exposed documents indicating the Biden Administration processed over 54 million records, leading to an ATF admission of nearly a billion records in a partial national registry. Congressman Cloud, alongside 51 Republican colleagues, is demanding accountability and urging action to dismantle this registry. The interview recaps the ongoing fight and outlines future plans.