GunsAllen West Accepts Draft Campaign Bid to Lead National Rifle Association
Daniel FriendMay 10, 2022
Allen West says he will consent to the nomination of a draft campaign to lead the National Rifle Association.
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GunsTexas License to Carry Applications Down From Pandemic Highs, on Par for Preceding Years
Daniel FriendMay 3, 2022
Carry permit applications are down from the record highs in the pandemic, but remain about as high as in 2018 and 2019.
FederalGunsCruz Files Resolution to Challenge New Biden Administration Gun Regulations
Daniel FriendApril 29, 2022
Sen. Cruz filed legislation in an attempt to block new regulations expanding the definition of a firearm and recordkeeping requirements.
FederalGunsBiden Administration Finalizes New Gun Records Rule Opposed by Texas Lawmakers
Daniel FriendApril 11, 2022
The new ATF rule will lead to the expansion of the agency’s extensive database of gun transfer records.
Gun sales and carry permit applications ticked back up after seeing a lull in January and February, but remain lower than last year.
Background checks for gun sales are holding steady above the pre-pandemic levels, while carry permit applications have declined.
AudioWeekly Roundup Podcast: O’Rourke Sued for Defamation, Hospital Halts Child Sex-Change Drugs, Bill Aims to Destroy ATF Gun Records
Daniel FriendMarch 11, 2022
Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.
EducationGunsLocal NewsGrand Saline ISD Latest to Allow to Teachers Carry Guns, Taking Advantage of Newly Amended State Law
Isaiah MitchellMarch 10, 2022
Although it may come as a surprise to some, hundreds of school districts throughout Texas allow teachers to carry guns.
FederalGunsRep. Michael Cloud Files Bill to Destroy Over 900 Million ATF Firearm Transfer Records
Daniel FriendMarch 8, 2022
Congressman Cloud filed new legislation to destroy the ATF’s records of firearm transactions obtained from gun stores that have gone out of business.
87th LegislatureStatewide NewsTexas Attorney General Sues ATF to Validate New Suppressor Law
Isaiah MitchellFebruary 24, 2022
In accordance with HB 957, Paxton is seeking an injunction to stop the ATF from enforcing federal regulation on gun silencers made in Texas.
The Back MicThe Back Mic: Seliger Retracts Redistricting Claim, O’Rourke Backs Off Gun Confiscation, Local Official’s Brake Lines Cut
Brad JohnsonFebruary 11, 2022
This week — a GOP senator changes his tune on redistricting, Beto O’Rourke shies away from his position on gun confiscation, and a local candidate says his brake lines were cut while campaigning.
AudioWeekly Roundup Podcast: Energy Grid Weathering Cold Snap, Trump Conroe Rally, Abortion Statistics Under New Law
Daniel FriendFebruary 4, 2022
Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.