EPIC! 24 States tell CC companies to “abandon” new Gun purchase Codes… or ELSE…

Published on September 21, 2022
Duration: 4:37

This video from Langley Outdoors Academy, presented by Braden, details the significant opposition from 24 states' Attorneys General and federal lawmakers against credit card companies adopting a specific merchant code for firearm and ammunition purchases. The speaker highlights the potential for this code to unfairly target lawful gun owners and businesses, leading to financial repercussions for the card companies and ongoing legal/legislative challenges.

Quick Summary

Twenty-four states, led by their Attorneys General, are challenging credit card giants like Visa, Mastercard, and American Express over a new merchant code for firearm and ammunition purchases. They argue the code unfairly targets lawful citizens and businesses, potentially violating Second Amendment rights, and have threatened investigations if the code is not abandoned.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Credit Card Code Update
  2. 00:15Opposition Grows: 24 States vs. Card Companies
  3. 00:36Impact of Collective Action
  4. 00:52Sponsor Message: SDI
  5. 01:04SDI Program Details
  6. 01:3324 States Demand Code Abandonment
  7. 01:48News: GOP AGs Target Gun-Shop Code
  8. 02:09Details of AGs' Warning & Stock Impact
  9. 02:49Constitutional Rights & Key AGs
  10. 03:22Threat of Investigations & Pressure Mounts
  11. 03:51Senators' Letter & Second Amendment
  12. 04:20Conclusion: Combined Pressure

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are 24 states opposing the new credit card code for gun purchases?

The Attorneys General of 24 states are warning credit card companies like Visa, Mastercard, and American Express to abandon the new merchant code for firearm and ammunition purchases. They argue that this code unfairly targets law-abiding citizens and businesses, potentially infringing upon Second Amendment rights.

What action are the Attorneys General threatening against credit card companies?

Attorneys General from 24 states have indicated they could launch investigations into credit card companies if they proceed with implementing the new merchant code specifically for firearm retailers. This threat aims to protect citizens' constitutional rights from what they deem unlawful attempts to undermine them.

Have federal lawmakers also reacted to the new credit card code for gun sales?

Yes, federal lawmakers have also expressed opposition. Senator Roger Marshall, along with 11 other Republican senators, sent a letter warning the card companies against implementing the code, stating they would intervene to prevent an 'end run' around the Second Amendment.

What is the significance of a 'merchant category code' for firearm purchases?

A Merchant Category Code (MCC) is used by credit card companies to classify businesses. A specific code for firearm and ammunition retailers allows these companies to track, and potentially flag or restrict, purchases made at these businesses, which opponents argue is a form of discrimination.

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