Supreme Court refuses to intervene in Illinois assault weapons ban case

The Supreme Court of the United States refused to get involved in a case on Illinois's 'assault weapons' ban, as it moves through the U.S. Court of Appeals. Justices Alito and Thomas expressed interest in reviewing the decision once finalized.

Gun Control Advocacy and Hunter Biden's Legal Troubles

President Biden advocates for gun control while his son, Hunter Biden, faces legal consequences for lying about his past drug use to purchase a gun.

President Joe Biden's 'assault weapons' ban call

President Joe Biden renewed his call for an 'assault weapons' ban, sparking backlash and mockery on social media platforms.

Colorado House Democrats Pass Assault Weapons Ban Legislation

Colorado House Democrats passed legislation banning the sale of AR-15s and certain 9mm pistols. The bill bans 9mm pistols with threaded barrels and those that accept detachable magazines. It also prohibits semiautomatic handguns of any caliber with a detachable magazine and threaded barrel, as well as those that can be readily modified to accept a detachable magazine.

Colorado Democrats Propose 11% Excise Tax on Guns and Ammunition

Colorado Democrats are proposing an 11% excise tax on gun and ammunition sales along with California-style gun controls. Firearms instructor Ana Flanell is urging the public to rally against the tax. The proposal includes an 'assault weapons' ban targeting 9mm pistols with threaded barrels.

Virginia Governor Vetoes 'Assault Weapons' Ban

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed a Democrat-backed 'assault weapons' ban along with other gun control measures, citing constitutional rights. State Sen. Creigh Deeds expressed disappointment over the vetoes.

Nancy Maldonado's stance on 'assault weapons' ban

Nancy Maldonado, President Joe Biden's nominee for the Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, supported Illinois's 'assault weapons' ban but could not define an 'assault weapon' when questioned during her confirmation hearing.

Gun Control in Colorado

Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold supports an assault weapons ban in Colorado and is standing with House Democrats pushing for gun control measures, including a ban on assault weapons and an 11% excise tax on firearm sales.

Gun Control Measures in the U.S.

President Joe Biden called for more gun control measures during his State of the Union address, including a ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, despite California already having strict gun control laws in place for over 30 years. California's gun control measures did not prevent high-profile shootings, and the state ranked number one for active shooter incidents in 2021.