Big Brother IS OFFICIALLY WATCHING! Guns & Ammo Codes & Red Flags Go LIVE!!

Published on September 2, 2023
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The GFG Host, an authority in Second Amendment advocacy, warns about the new implementation of merchant category codes (MCCs) for firearm and ammunition purchases by major credit card companies like Discover, Mastercard, and Visa. This system allows for digital tracking of gun-related transactions, raising concerns that such data could be used by authorities to flag individuals under 'red flag' laws, potentially leading to firearm seizure without traditional due process. The host strongly advises using cash for these purchases to maintain privacy and mitigate risks.

Quick Summary

Major credit card companies like Discover, Mastercard, and Visa are now using specific Merchant Category Codes (MCCs) to track firearm and ammunition purchases. This data could potentially be used to flag individuals under 'red flag' laws, raising concerns about due process and firearm seizure. Using cash for these transactions is recommended to maintain privacy.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Credit Card Tracking of Gun Purchases
  2. 00:48Financial Institutions Involved in Tracking
  3. 01:30Concerns Over Red Flag Law Implications
  4. 02:17Due Process and Firearm Seizure Risks
  5. 02:50Recommendation: Use Cash for Purchases

Frequently Asked Questions

How are credit card companies tracking firearm and ammunition purchases?

Major credit card networks like Mastercard, Visa, and Discover are implementing new Merchant Category Codes (MCCs) specifically for firearm and ammunition retailers. This allows for the digital tracking and categorization of these transactions, creating a record that was not previously as detailed.

What are the concerns regarding 'red flagging' firearm purchases?

The concern is that the data collected from tracked firearm and ammunition purchases could be reported to authorities. This information might be used to flag individuals under 'red flag' laws, potentially leading to firearm seizure without traditional due process based on purchase patterns.

Which credit card companies are involved in this tracking system?

Discover card has been noted as actively implementing these codes across its network. Other major credit card networks, including Mastercard and Visa, along with various domestic and international banks, are also participating in this tracking system for firearm-related transactions.

What is the recommended way to avoid digital tracking of firearm purchases?

To avoid digital tracking and potential reporting of firearm and ammunition purchases, the speaker strongly recommends using cash. This method bypasses the digital record created by credit card transactions, offering greater privacy.

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