Visa, MasterCard, & American Express Go Woke & Track 2A Purchases

This video from Langley Outdoors Academy, presented by Braden, details the significant opposition from 24 states' Attorneys General and federal lawmakers against credit card companies adopting a specific merchant code for firearm and ammunition purchases. The speaker highlights the potential for this code to unfairly target lawful gun owners and businesses, leading to financial repercussions for the card companies and ongoing legal/legislative challenges.

This video discusses the announcement by three major credit card companies to track gun purchases. The creator uses this as a basis for a discussion relevant to firearm owners and their rights. The video also includes promotional links for merchandise, a tip jar, various affiliate partnerships for products like coffee, VPNs, holsters, survival gear, and firearm accessories, as well as links to other social media platforms and content creators.

This video discusses the potential implications of credit card companies like Visa, Mastercard, and American Express categorizing gun shop sales. The description highlights this as a significant development for gun control advocates, who believe it will enable better tracking of suspicious firearm purchase surges. The content likely explores the political and practical ramifications of this move within the firearms community.

This video discusses a letter sent by 100 Republican members of the House to Visa CEO Alfred Kelly, expressing concern over the implementation of a new firearm-specific Merchant Category Code (MCC). The letter, spearheaded by Representative Elise Stefanik, questions Visa's criteria for flagging transactions, potential impacts on lawful purchases, and the circumvention of federal restrictions on firearm registries. The video highlights the role of Amalgamated Bank in pushing for the MCC and the potential for it to be used for surveillance.

This video discusses the re-emergence and implementation of specific merchant codes for firearm and ammunition purchases, primarily driven by a new California law. It highlights concerns from Second Amendment advocates that these codes will enable tracking of gun purchases, potentially equating them to terrorist activity. The discussion covers the history of this initiative, involving figures like Janet Yellen and Elizabeth Warren, and the responses from major credit card companies.

This video provides an expert analysis from Langley Outdoors Academy regarding the potential blocking of credit card companies like Visa, Mastercard, and American Express from operating in Florida and Texas if they implement specific merchant category codes for firearm and ammunition sales. The content highlights legislative threats and legal challenges, including a reference to NetChoice v. Ken Paxton, aimed at preventing perceived de facto registration and infringement on Second Amendment rights. The discussion emphasizes the financial and operational consequences for these companies should they fail to comply with state demands by upcoming legislative sessions.

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.