Smith & Wesson Gets Zucked!

This entry synthesizes Colion Noir's expert commentary on Facebook's suspension of Smith & Wesson's account. It highlights the importance of the Second Amendment, the role of social media as a modern public square, and the need for gun owners to strategically support platforms that uphold free speech and constitutional rights. The content also touches upon specific firearm-related products like the LifePod XR and AKT1 Blackout hearing protection.

This discussion centers on Meta's (Facebook/Instagram) evolving content moderation policies and their impact on Second Amendment-related content. The speakers express skepticism about recent shifts, particularly Mark Zuckerberg's dinner at Mar-a-Lago and the introduction of 'Community Notes,' questioning the sincerity and long-term implications for free speech and the firearms community online. They highlight past issues with shadow banning and content removal, suggesting a potential, albeit uncertain, shift towards greater leniency.

This video discusses the indefinite suspension of Smith & Wesson's Facebook account due to violations of the platform's firearms guidelines. It highlights the challenges firearm-related businesses and content creators face on social media, where policies are often inconsistently applied and can lead to deplatforming. The speaker notes that Smith & Wesson's account was eventually restored after public backlash and Elon Musk's intervention, suggesting a pattern of censorship against Second Amendment advocates.

This ARFCOM News report covers significant developments in gun rights and politics. It details Brandon Herrera's primary win in Texas's 23rd Congressional District, Senator Mike Lee's introduction of a National Constitutional Carry bill, and a D.C. court striking down a ban on high-capacity magazines. The report also touches on scandals involving Congressman Tony Gonzales and highlights new firearm models from SAR USA and Smith & Wesson.

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has issued civil investigative demands to Google, YouTube, and Meta (Facebook, Instagram) for alleged discrimination against firearms-related content. The investigation aims to determine if these platforms have engaged in unlawful business practices by suppressing lawful speech and commerce concerning firearms and ammunition, impacting creators and businesses in the Second Amendment space.

This video discusses Mark Zuckerberg's statements on Facebook and Instagram promoting more free speech, including dialing back policies, replacing fact-checkers with Community Notes, and focusing on less censorship. The speaker, from 704 Tactical, believes this shift is significant, especially given Zuckerberg's past stance, and encourages the gun community to leverage this by actively pushing for more gun content on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. The goal is to influence platform policies to allow more legal gun-related content, citing current restrictions on full-auto discussions and firearm sales promotion on YouTube as examples of areas needing improvement.

This entry details a significant lawsuit against Cabela's concerning ammunition sales and its potential ramifications for the entire firearms retail industry. The case, involving a fatal shooting by a 19-year-old, hinges on claims of negligence and exceptions to the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). Expert analysis suggests this could lead to broader liability for retailers if not dismissed.

This video, updated from a 2015 version, analyzes 2020 ATF registration data to rank US states by the number of registered NFA items. The speaker, an expert in 2A news, highlights that these figures represent legally owned items and are expected to grow. The analysis focuses on categories like Destructive Devices, Machineguns, Silencers, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs, providing state-by-state breakdowns and concluding with commentary on gun owner rights.

This entry details the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract decision, where the Sig Sauer P320 (M17/M18) was selected over Glock's submission. The analysis highlights key MHS requirements, the specific features of each submission, and crucially, the significant cost difference that heavily influenced the final decision. The Sig Sauer M17/M18 will replace the Beretta M9 in service.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses China's official stance that US citizens owning firearms is a serious problem requiring change. The host critically analyzes this statement, contrasting it with China's own human rights record and political system, while also referencing historical figures and current political figures like Senator Ben Sasse and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. The content emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment and warns against foreign influence on US gun policy.