Forsyth Board Narrowly Passes Gun Rights Measure
Forsyth County commissioners on Thursday narrowly passed a measure that reaffirms its commitment to the Second Amendment.
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Richmond Gun Rally: Thousands Of Gun Owners Converge On Virginia Capitol On MLK Day
"This is about losing one of the base freedoms that we have," a gun rights backer says in Richmond. The rally drew an estimated 22,000 people; officials say one person was arrested.
Forsyth County Asked To Consider Gun Rights Resolution
Forsyth County is considering a gun rights resolution emphasizing a commitment to the Second Amendment.
Virginia Governor Declares State Of Emergency Ahead Of Gun Rights Rally
Gov. Ralph Northam said that "there are groups with malicious plans" and raised concerns about a reprise of the white supremacist violence in Charlottesville in 2017.
Does New York City Need Gun Control?
New York City has stricter gun laws than most other American cities — and lower rates of gun violence. But legal challenges could force the city to loosen its gun control. Will a rise in crime follow?
Poll: Most Americans Want To See Congress Pass Gun Restrictions
Democrats and Republicans agree that Congress should tighten gun laws by passing universal background checks and red flag laws and require gun licenses as well as increase funding for mental health.
As NRA Leadership Fight Spills Into Public, N.Y. Attorney General Opens Investigation
Attorney General Letitia James' announcement came shortly after the president of the gun rights group, Oliver North, said he would not seek a second term.
California Rep. Eric Swalwell Is Running For President, Too, With A Focus on Guns
The 38-year-old congressman upended the party establishment by defeating a 40-year incumbent to win his House seat in 2012. Swalwell is the 18th Democratic candidate for president.
CEOs Urge Congress To Expand Gun Background Checks
The heads of four U.S. companies are lobbying for a law requiring background checks on all gun purchases. One of them, the founder of TOMS shoes, concedes his company will lose business as a result.
Supreme Court Takes 1st Gun Case In Nearly A Decade, Possibly With Big Consequences
Depending on how narrowly or broadly the court rules, it has a majority now to affect gun rights and restrictions in a dramatic way.