Will DOJ Investigate These 12 Anti 2A States? (The Dirty Dozen)

Published on April 15, 2025
Duration: 14:03

The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms (CCRKBA) has formally requested the Department of Justice (DOJ) investigate 12 states for systemic violations of Second Amendment rights. This initiative, dubbed the 'Dirty Dozen,' aims to pressure the DOJ's Civil Rights Division and its Second Amendment Task Force to act, drawing a parallel to recent investigations into concealed carry permit delays in Los Angeles County. The CCRKBA argues that these states have relegated Second Amendment rights to government-regulated privileges, and if the DOJ fails to investigate, it will expose a political double standard.

Quick Summary

The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms (CCRKBA) has identified 12 states as the 'Dirty Dozen' for allegedly enacting laws that systematically violate Second Amendment rights, turning them into government-regulated privileges. They have formally requested the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate these states, drawing a parallel to the DOJ's recent probe into concealed carry permit delays in Los Angeles County.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: The Dirty Dozen States
  2. 00:39Speaker's Soapbox: Pressure Campaigns
  3. 02:28Pistol Brace Ban Case and Pressure
  4. 03:06White House Meeting and ATF Charges
  5. 04:14Past ATF Actions: Malinowski and CRS Firearms
  6. 04:41Gun Rights Organizations and Viewer Impact
  7. 05:02Sponsor: Attorneys Arm Retainer
  8. 06:42CCRKBA's Formal Letter to DOJ
  9. 07:18Chairman Alan Gotautle's Letter
  10. 08:11The 'Dirty Dozen' States Named
  11. 09:10Strictest Gun Control Laws in the US
  12. 09:46Accusations of Civil Rights Violations
  13. 09:57DOJ's Willingness to Investigate
  14. 10:45Impact of the Bruen Decision
  15. 11:13Post-Bruen Backlash and Strategy
  16. 11:34What Happens Next? DOJ Response?
  17. 12:05Broader Implications for Civil Rights
  18. 12:44Call to Action: Stay Loud, Stay Involved
  19. 13:13Viewer Engagement and Call to Subscribe
  20. 13:32Massachusetts Lawsuits and Events

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Dirty Dozen' initiative by the CCRKBA?

The 'Dirty Dozen' is an initiative by the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms (CCRKBA) where they have identified 12 states with systemic violations of Second Amendment rights and formally requested the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate them.

Which states are included in the CCRKBA's 'Dirty Dozen' list?

The 12 states named by the CCRKBA for alleged systemic Second Amendment violations are California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, and Washington.

Why is the CCRKBA asking the DOJ to investigate these states?

The CCRKBA believes these states have enacted laws that relegate Second Amendment rights to government-regulated privileges. They are urging the DOJ to investigate these alleged violations, similar to its recent probe into concealed carry permit delays in Los Angeles County.

What is the significance of the DOJ investigating these states?

If the DOJ investigates and finds violations, it could lead to significant legal consequences for these states, including lawsuits, court-ordered policy changes, or consent decrees. It could also set a national precedent for enforcing Second Amendment rights.

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