Census Bureau Forcing Holster Makers to Hand Over Customer Info?!?!?

Published on August 1, 2022
Duration: 24:50

This video discusses concerns raised by JM4 Tactical regarding the Census Bureau's request for customer information, including order numbers and zip codes. The company views this as a potential backdoor for government agencies like the ATF to gather data on gun owners. The discussion highlights the lack of transparency in data sharing and the potential for misuse, emphasizing the importance of protecting customer privacy and advocating for Second Amendment rights.

Quick Summary

Holster manufacturers like JM4 Tactical have reported receiving unusual requests from the Census Bureau for customer data, including order numbers and zip codes. This has raised significant concerns about potential government overreach, privacy violations, and the possibility of this information being shared with agencies like the ATF to track gun owners.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction and Guest Chad from JM4 Tactical
  2. 01:02How the Census Bureau Contacted JM4 Tactical
  3. 02:00Invasive Questions in the Census Questionnaire
  4. 03:09Contacting Other Holster Manufacturers and John Crump
  5. 04:34Concerns About Government Overreach and ATF Policies
  6. 05:33Research on Census Bureau ABS Forms
  7. 06:07Data Sharing with Alphabet Agencies
  8. 07:09How the Census Bureau Selects Businesses
  9. 08:55Information Request is a Demand, Not a Request
  10. 09:36Demand Letter and DOJ Referral Threat
  11. 10:14Census Bureau Backs Off After Public Exposure
  12. 11:13Targeting Smaller Holster Companies
  13. 11:33Timeline of the Investigation
  14. 12:12Government Invasiveness and Supreme Court Rulings
  15. 13:19Interagency Cooperation for Targeting
  16. 13:34Backdoor Way to Get Information on Gun Owners
  17. 14:02Business Targeting and IRS Involvement
  18. 14:34Coordinated Event with Nefarious Undertones
  19. 15:56Concerns About Data Interpretation
  20. 16:47Strange Data Collection Practices
  21. 17:01Lack of Transparency in Data Sharing
  22. 17:30ATF's Illegal Database Practices
  23. 18:11Feeding into Data Clouds for Agencies
  24. 18:20Standing Up for Customer Privacy
  25. 18:52Current Situation and Public Assistance
  26. 19:14How the Public Can Help
  27. 19:43Upcoming Meeting in Austin
  28. 20:23Potential for IRS Audits and Agency Weaponization
  29. 21:06Future Updates and Potential IRS Involvement
  30. 22:15Advice for Other Manufacturers
  31. 23:05Effective Ways to Contact Representatives
  32. 23:51Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the Census Bureau requesting customer information from holster manufacturers?

The Census Bureau has been contacting holster manufacturers, including JM4 Tactical, requesting customer data such as order numbers and zip codes. While the Bureau's stated purpose is typically for economic surveys, manufacturers are concerned this data could be used by other government agencies for tracking gun owners.

What are the main concerns regarding the Census Bureau's data requests?

The primary concerns are the potential for this data to be shared with agencies like the ATF or DOJ, creating databases of gun owners, and infringing on privacy rights. Manufacturers also worry about the lack of transparency in how this information is handled and the possibility of it being used for targeted enforcement.

What actions can the public take to address these concerns?

The public is encouraged to contact their local congressmen and state representatives to voice their concerns about data privacy and potential government overreach. Making phone calls to these offices is recommended as a highly effective way to ensure issues gain attention and prompt action.

Has JM4 Tactical complied with the Census Bureau's request?

No, JM4 Tactical refused to hand over their customer information, viewing the request as inappropriate and a potential privacy violation. They have since stopped receiving further requests from the Census Bureau, possibly due to public attention.

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