Supreme Court Emergency Decision To Immediately End Firearm Permits Gets DOJ & State Support!

Published on September 19, 2025
Duration: 10:36

This video discusses the Hawaii Wilford v. Lopez case challenging statewide concealed carry ban laws, which is heading to the Supreme Court. The DOJ, 25 states, and 2A organizations have joined the fight, arguing that the Ninth Circuit's upholding of Hawaii's public property ban is inconsistent with the Bruen decision. The case hinges on whether Hawaii's historical restrictions can override national tradition and the plaintiff's argument that Hawaii conceded no further development was needed at the lower court level.

Quick Summary

The Hawaii Wilford v. Lopez case challenges statewide concealed carry ban laws, with the DOJ and 25 states supporting the fight. The Ninth Circuit upheld Hawaii's public property ban, but plaintiffs argue this contradicts the Bruen decision and that Hawaii made concessions in lower courts that preclude further development. The case is heading to the Supreme Court for review.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hawaii Wilford v. Lopez case about?

The Hawaii Wilford v. Lopez case challenges statewide concealed carry ban laws, specifically a "catch-all public property ban" that the Ninth Circuit upheld, reversing a lower court's preliminary injunction. The case is now heading to the Supreme Court for review.

Who is supporting the challenge against Hawaii's concealed carry ban?

The Department of Justice (DOJ), 25 pro-2A states, and multiple Second Amendment organizations have joined to support the challenge against Hawaii's concealed carry ban laws, arguing it conflicts with the Bruen decision.

Why is Hawaii's argument about its own history being challenged?

Plaintiffs argue that Hawaii's reliance on its state-specific history of firearm restrictions since 1852 to justify its concealed carry ban is an error, as the Bruen decision requires analysis of national history and tradition, not just state-level tradition.

What is the significance of Hawaii's concession in the Ninth Circuit?

Hawaii's concession in the Ninth Circuit that "there isn't anything" left to litigate is being used by plaintiffs to argue against Hawaii's current request to the Supreme Court to send the case back for further development, calling it a contradiction.

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