Videos tagged with William Tong

This video, from a high-authority firearms commentator, analyzes Maryland's SB 334, a bill that could ban many semi-automatic pistols by deeming them 'readily convertible' to full-auto. It highlights Ruger's firm stance against legal threats from Connecticut's AG regarding their RXM pistol, drawing parallels to historical industry capitulation like the Smith & Wesson deal with the Clinton administration. The commentary emphasizes the importance of manufacturers resisting political pressure to protect Second Amendment rights.

This video details a new strategy targeting firearm manufacturers by pressuring them to redesign products based on potential conversion into machine guns. It highlights the legal and reputational threats used by advocacy groups and state attorneys general, focusing on the Ruger RXM as a case study. The analysis explains how conversion devices have become a focal point for regulatory action and how this pressure can bypass traditional legislative channels.

This video provides an expert analysis of the legal threats made by Connecticut Attorney General William Tong against Ruger concerning their RXM pistol. The speaker, an independent Second Amendment commentator, critically examines the legal basis, citing the Connecticut Firearms Industry Responsibility Act (FIRA) and the potential for firearms to be modified into fully automatic weapons. The analysis highlights the broad language of the law and the lack of evidence of criminal misuse of the RXM with conversion devices in Connecticut.

This video discusses two primary legislative and legal issues. First, it urges viewers to contact the Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee to oppose HB1891, a bill that would create a gun registry by requiring manufacturers, dealers, and importers to report gun sales to the state police. Second, it criticizes Connecticut Attorney General William Tong for his public letter to Ruger regarding 'Glock switches,' suggesting the letter may inadvertently promote Ruger firearms compatible with such devices. The video also touches on firearm trafficking and calls for the release of 'political prisoners.'

This video details a new legal strategy targeting firearm manufacturers, exemplified by Connecticut Attorney General William Tong's action against Sturm Ruger. The approach, influenced by groups like Everytown for Gun Safety, uses state laws to hold manufacturers liable for 'reasonably foreseeable' firearm conversions, potentially circumventing federal protections. This shift in legal pressure could significantly impact product availability and pricing for law-abiding gun owners.

This video discusses a significant legal challenge faced by Ruger regarding their RXM firearm. Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued a warning letter to Ruger, alleging the RXM can be converted into a machine gun and urging them to cease manufacturing and sales. Ruger has publicly stated they will not comply, citing corporate responsibility and their commitment to supporting new product families like the RXM, which has become a successful growth driver for the company.