No More Suppressor Tax? What To Know | Tactical Rifleman

This video discusses a critical legal challenge to Illinois' ban on suppressor purchase and possession, arguing it violates the Second Amendment under Heller and Bruen. The case highlights the state's repeated delays in responding to the appeal, suggesting a strategy to prevent the issue from reaching the Supreme Court. The Seventh Circuit's decision on the state's delay tactics is crucial for the progression of this Second Amendment case.

The Sanchez v. Bonta case is challenging California's ban on civilian suppressor ownership, arguing they are protected arms under the Second Amendment, not mere accessories. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals is expected to rule soon, with potential implications for other states with similar bans. This case highlights the ongoing legal battles over firearm regulations and the definition of 'arms'.

This video details a significant legislative push to drastically increase taxes on suppressors and Short-Barreled Rifles (SBRs) under the National Firearms Act (NFA). It discusses HR1's prior reduction of NFA taxes to $0 and highlights Senate Amendment 2973, which proposes a new tax of $4,709 per item, plus a $55 tax on previously untaxed items. The Department of Justice's continued defense of the NFA's constitutionality is also examined.

This video discusses the legal arguments presented in a Ninth Circuit case concerning firearm suppressors. The CRPA's legal team analyzes the judges' questions and identifies a potential path to a 2-1 victory, despite one judge's historical Second Amendment record. The analysis focuses on the possibility of a key precedent being set for suppressors and firearm training, with optimism for a written opinion in 2026.

This video appears to discuss the ATF's activities involving gun stores, as interpreted by the "GUN ES Power Drink" and "God Family And Guns" (GFG) channel. The description highlights the channel's mission and encourages viewer support through Patreon. It also promotes affiliated brands, merchandise, and a prayer request link, along with social media channels. The title suggests an ongoing or current event related to the ATF's involvement with firearm retailers.

This video analyzes California's legal strategy concerning Second Amendment rights, specifically focusing on how the state attempts to redefine firearm accessories like suppressors as outside the scope of "arms." This tactic aims to circumvent the historical text-and-history test established in the Bruen decision, a test where the state often loses. By arguing that certain items are not constitutional "arms," California hopes to avoid the burden of proving historical tradition for modern gun control measures, a justification it lacks for many existing restrictions.

In close-quarters combat, drawing a pistol can be dangerous as an opponent can easily grab the firearm. A tactical knife offers a safer alternative, allowing the user to create space by targeting vital areas like the carotid artery or kidneys. This space allows for a safe transition back to a firearm. The video demonstrates this strategy using a Glock pistol and a fixed-blade knife.

This video details crucial footwork techniques for Navy SEALs during Close Quarters Combat (CQC). It emphasizes 'economy of motion' and the 'long step' technique for balanced entry into corner-fed rooms, ensuring immediate engagement capability. Proper footwork prevents exposing vulnerable side plates and maintains a stable shooting platform.

This video demonstrates a clever modification of standard military cloth bandoliers to increase their magazine capacity. By releasing a hidden white string, the pockets expand, allowing them to hold one or even two 5.56mm magazines each. Special Forces operators pack these expanded bandoliers with other essentials for rapid emergency resupply in the field.

This ballistic gel test compares 9mm Barnes TAC-XPD and .45 ACP Cor-Bon Pow'RBall. The 9mm achieved deeper penetration (13-14 inches) with consistent expansion, while the .45 ACP created a larger wound cavity and significant energy transfer but slightly less penetration. The Cor-Bon Pow'RBall's design enhances feeding reliability in 1911 platforms.