This Week in Guns 8/19/23 - Guntuber Politicians, 2A Litigation Updates, & Bizzare IRS Accidents

This video analyzes the First Circuit Court's decision in Beckwith v. Frey, which upheld Maine's 72-hour firearm waiting period. The court ruled that this delay does not directly infringe on the Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms, classifying it as a condition on commercial sale rather than a prohibition. This interpretation bypasses the historical tradition test required by the Bruen framework, raising concerns about future challenges to firearm access.

This video from Washington Gun Law, hosted by William Kirk, analyzes the legal fallout from the Benson v. United States case, where the DC Court of Appeals struck down Washington D.C.'s magazine ban. Kirk details the District's attempts to suspend the ruling's precedential status and argues against the perceived 'chaos' claimed by gun control advocates. The discussion highlights the significance of this ruling as the sole appellate decision in the U.S. to strike down an LCM prohibition and explores the broader implications for firearm laws.

This video provides an expert breakdown of Federalist No. 33 by Alexander Hamilton, focusing on the 'necessary and proper' and 'Supremacy' clauses. It explains how these constitutional provisions are often misinterpreted and weaponized to justify federal encroachment on rights, particularly concerning gun control. The analysis highlights the founders' original intent versus modern interpretations and their implications for the Second Amendment.

New Jersey's Attorney General Matthew Platkin is leveraging public nuisance laws to sue firearm retailers and manufacturers, bypassing the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). This strategy targets businesses for alleged contributions to crime, even when firearms are stolen from retailers or purchased legally out-of-state. The lawsuits aim to impose monetary damages and abatement, signaling a broader enforcement effort against the gun industry within the state.

This analysis breaks down the legal framework surrounding firearm possession and potential prohibitions. It emphasizes that the Second Amendment protects all Americans, and any restrictions require government justification based on historical precedent. The discussion highlights federal law prohibiting firearm possession by those adjudicated mentally defective or involuntarily committed, and the role of state civil commitment processes. Crucially, it asserts that being transgender alone is not a basis for disarming an individual, and any prohibition must stem from an individualized determination of danger or mental illness.

This video features Michael Cargill, who sued the ATF over the bump stock ban, discussing the legal battle and its implications for firearm regulations. The conversation highlights the Fifth Circuit's ruling in Cargill v. Garland, which found the ATF exceeded its authority by banning bump stocks via rulemaking rather than congressional legislation. The discussion emphasizes the importance of this case for challenging agency overreach and its potential to impact future regulations on firearm accessories like pistol braces.

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.

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.

This guide explains a unique characteristic of the Thompson Submachine Gun: its weep hole placement near the rear sight. During full-auto fire, this can cause compressed air and gas to blow back into the shooter's eye, impacting sight picture. The guide advises awareness and potential adjustments to shooting technique. Instruction is provided by an individual with high authority and deep knowledge of internal firearm mechanics and cycling actions.