This Week in Guns 11/22/23 - It's Thankstaking Time, Based Judges, and AR15 Lies

This video discusses the Supreme Court's denial of certiorari in Gardner v. Maryland, a case that could have provided clarification on interstate firearm reciprocity. The hosts explain the details of Eva Marie Gardner's case, where she was convicted in Maryland for possessing a handgun despite being licensed in Virginia and encountering an aggressive driver. They analyze Maryland's legal arguments and the potential implications of the Supreme Court's decision, particularly concerning the application of the Bruen decision to interstate travel and the historical analysis of firearm regulations.

This video features an expert from Gun Owners of America (GOA) discussing the legal landscape following the Supreme Court's Bruen decision. The speaker details how GOA has pursued litigation to ensure 'shall-issue' permit laws nationwide and challenges state-level 'gun-free zone' restrictions, highlighting the strategic importance of creating circuit splits, such as in the Wolford decision originating from Hawaii.

This content analyzes how certain judges, particularly in the Ninth Circuit, are perceived to twist the logic of the Bruen decision to uphold gun control laws. It highlights concerns that these judges may disregard historical legal precedents and invent new justifications for gun control based on population density or public perception, rather than strict adherence to Second Amendment principles. The speaker calls for Supreme Court intervention to correct these lower court interpretations.

The video explains the significant increase in amicus briefs filed after the 2022 Bruen decision. This surge is attributed to the timing of legal processes, with cases progressing through circuit and Supreme Courts, and the emergence of new Second Amendment-related lawsuits. Partnerships with other nonprofits have also aided in drafting these briefs.

This video analyzes the current strategy to challenge the National Firearms Act (NFA) by leveraging recent legal precedents and shifting NFA registration numbers. It discusses the historical context of NFA challenges, starting with the Miller decision and progressing through Heller and Bruen, emphasizing the 'common use' doctrine. The speaker highlights the unprecedented surge in NFA item registrations in early 2024, suggesting this volume, combined with the removal of tax stamps, weakens the legal basis for the NFA registry.

This video details a letter from 33 members of Congress to President Trump, outlining a roadmap to cease enforcement of Biden-era gun regulations and reform the ATF. It emphasizes the need for the Department of Justice to stop defending unconstitutional gun laws and to address the ATF's culture and funding. The core message is that the fight for Second Amendment rights hinges on stopping the enforcement of unconstitutional laws, not just passing new ones.

This video demonstrates the rapid deployment and firing of the B&T BWC-9, a unique folding briefcase firearm. Speaker Matt Larosiere, a firearms attorney, showcases the BWC-9's transformation from a compact form to a functional submachine gun. The demonstration includes mounting an optic and live-fire exercises on an outdoor range, highlighting the firearm's operational aspects with a satirical tone.

This entry details an experiment where Othais open carried a 1911 for a week to gauge public reactions. It highlights how common misconceptions about carrying a 1911 in Condition 1 (cocked and locked) can lead to unwarranted concern, potentially influencing trends like law enforcement's move towards striker-fired pistols. The content emphasizes understanding firearm conditions and public perception.

This video showcases a critical mechanical failure of the new Daniel Defense H9 pistol during its debut at SHOT Show 2024. The magazine base plate detached unexpectedly, causing the internal components to spill out. The content creator, acting as an industry observer, highlights this significant reliability issue with a humorous yet critical tone, based on direct handling of the pre-release hardware.

Bill Wilson, founder of Wilson Combat, provides a humorous yet important firearms etiquette warning: do not drop the slide on an empty magazine or chamber. This video, filmed at SHOT Show 2024, emphasizes proper handling to avoid this common mistake, humorously stating that each instance results in a 'kitten dying'. The advice is delivered with high authority from a firearms industry veteran.