This Week in Guns: Feb 21 2021 - Universal Background Checks, SCOTUS, Smart Guns, and more.

This video discusses a letter sent by 33 Republican members of Congress to President Trump, urging his next Attorney General to aggressively pursue a pro-Second Amendment agenda. The letter highlights the perceived failure of the DOJ to quickly dismantle Biden-era firearms policies and calls for specific actions, including stopping enforcement of certain rules and reshaping the ATF. The speaker, Will from Copper Jacket TV, expresses hope that this congressional action will lead to positive changes for gun owners.

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.

Braden Langley, an expert in firearms law and policy, provides a comprehensive analysis of the current political landscape impacting gun rights. He details federal actions by the Biden administration, the implications of a split Congress, and the critical nature of upcoming elections for the Second Amendment. Langley also emphasizes the power of state-level grassroots efforts and legal challenges against the ATF, highlighting SCOTUS decisions like Bruen as pivotal. The discussion covers legislative threats such as 'assault weapon' bans and the ongoing fight for gun owner rights.

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 provides a detailed breakdown of a federal bill introduced by Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner, referred to as the 'Virginia Plan to reduce gun violence Act of 2026.' The speaker, Jared from Guns & Gadgets, analyzes the bill's extensive provisions, which he argues constitute a 'full-scale assault' on federal firearms law. Key areas covered include universal background checks, limits on handgun purchases, regulations on personally made firearms, a broad definition of 'assault weapons,' the establishment of a federal red flag law framework, reporting requirements for lost or stolen firearms, mandates for secure gun storage, expansion of prohibited persons, and new gun-free zones. The analysis emphasizes the bill's potential unconstitutionality in light of Supreme Court decisions like Heller and Bruen.

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) discusses the upcoming Supreme Court case Antonyuk v. Hochul, which could significantly impact concealed carry rights nationwide. It details how states are using 'sensitive places' designations to restrict carry and GOA's ongoing litigation against the ATF and DOJ regarding NFA regulations. The discussion highlights the legal strategies and potential outcomes of these cases for gun owners.

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.