NRA Says Magazine Ran Fast & Furious Disinformation Piece
In support of Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. and his congressional allies this week was an obviously coordinated media campaign, aimed at rewriting the history of 'Fast and Furious' and smearing the whistleblowing BATFE agents who alerted Congress to the scandal, the NRA-ILA reports.
House Holds AG Holder in Contempt of Congress
The U.S. House of Representatives voted to hold Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress on Thursday for his role in suppressing and withholding Fast & Furious documents from congressional investigators. The bi-partisan vote marks the first time in history that the U.S. Congress has held an attorney general in contempt.
SAF Sues Alameda County For Civil Rights Violation In Gun Shop Case
The Second Amendment Foundation today filed a federal lawsuit against Alameda County, California and the county's Board of Supervisors for violating the constitutional rights of three businessmen by wrongfully denying them permits to open a gun shop.
Remington and Bushmaster Sponsor Major Rifle Matches
(GunReports.com) – Remington and Bushmaster recently sponsored two of the biggest long range and high-power rifle competitions of the year at the Remington-Bushmaster Open-Long-Range Regional Championship and the Freedom Group Classic- High-Power Regional Championship.
Nominate a Conservationist for Capstick Award
Nominations are being accepted through July 30 for a prestigious award that recognizes significant contributions to wildlife and habitat conservation, as well as sustained commitment to the heritage of hunting.
NRA’s Facebook Page Reaches 1,500,000 Likes
NRA's Facebook page has exploded in popularity, and this week reached its latest milestone of 1,500,000 likes.
Ruger’s “Inside & Out” TV Show Details Firearms Product Development
Ruger's new television program, 'Inside & Out,' gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the product development process at Ruger and other industry leaders. Ruger 'Inside & Out' will premiere on Sportsman Channel June 25 at 9 p.m. EST during Monday Night's Lock & Load primetime block.
Gould Brothers Exhibition Team Joins the Winchester Repeating Arms Pro Staff
The Gould Brothers Exhibition Shooting Team (GBX), made up of Aaron and Steve Gould, has joined the Pro Staff of Winchester Repeating Arms. GBX travels the country wowing crowds with incredible shooting demonstrations using the Winchester Super X3 and Super X Pump. To see examples of their tricks, click the link below.
Fast & Furious: House Committee Holds Eric Holder in Contempt
A House panel voted Wednesday to hold Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. in contempt for failing to cooperate with a congressional inquiry into Operation “Fast and Furious,” hours after President Obama asserted executive privilege over related documents, the Washington Post reports.
Nominations Open for 2011 NRA-ILA Volunteer Awards
The NRA-ILA 'Jay M. Littlefield Memorial Volunteer of the Year Award' is an annual honor that recognizes an NRA member who demonstrates exceptionally meritorious activism in defense of our Second Amendment rights. Similarly, the 'NRA-ILA Volunteer Organization of the Year Award' is bestowed upon a group that has gone above and beyond in defending and promoting our rights over the past year.
NRA Asks Florida Sheriff Candidates Pointed Questions
The NRA’s Florida lobbyist, Marion Hammer, sent a survey on behalf of the NRA and the United Sportsmen of Florida, whom she also represents, to sheriff candidates around the state for the first time ever earlier this month. The questions involve important issues such as the state’s Stand Your Ground law and the sheriffs’ opposition to an “open carry” bill.
Cheaper Than Dirt! Asks Customers: Are You Buying Guns? Tell Us Why
A recent post on CheaperThanDirt.com's 'Shooter's Log' blog has generated hundreds of customer comments in response to a simple question: 'Are You Buying Guns? Tell Us Why.'