A well-regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state. The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. Bearing Arms editor Cam Edwards provides a daily dose of 2nd Amendment news and commentary, alongside interviews with experts, newsmakers, and gun rights a…
Another orders list has been released by the Supreme Court with no news on any of the hardware bans discussed in conference. Armed American Radio's Mark Walters joins Cam with his take on what that means, as well as how the left is already trying to use the attempted attack on the WHCA dinner in D.C. to demand a federal crackdown on gun owners.
The Reload's Stephen Gutowski joins Cam as the two break down what happened in Richmond on Wednesday, with Democrats rejecting a couple of Gov. Abigail Spanberger's changes to gun control bills and approving several others.
Authorities say the man responsible for murdering eight children in Louisiana last weekend was prohibited from possessing a gun, as was the man who allegedly owned the firearm used in the killing spree. Despite that, CBS News has run a piece promoting multiple gun control activists who blame Louisiana's "lax" gun laws for the murders, without offering any kind of opposing view at all.
Bearing Arms contributor John Petrolino joins Cam with a first-hand report from the NRA Annual Meetings in Houston, Texas, including some new changes to the leadership structure.
During a recent interview with Fox Business, President Donald Trump made it pretty clear that he'd like Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas to step down in the next few months so he'd be guaranteed the opportunity to appoint their replacements. Will that happen, and if so, who would you like to see Trump nominate to serve on SCOTUS?
The Reload's Stephen Gutowski joins Cam to discuss Gov. Abigail Spanberger's proposed amendments and the legislature's potential reaction to bills on "assault firearms" and "large capacity" magazines that could criminalize the carrying of handguns if they're equipped with a magazine that can hold more than 15 rounds.
Matthew Cavedon, director of Cato Institute's Project on Criminal Justice, joins Cam to discuss the recent moves by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro that could lead to the D.C. Court of Appeals reversing course and upholding the District's ban on "large capacity" magazines.
What will Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger do with a bill banning commonly owned firearms and ammunition magazines? Cam and Armed American Radio host Mark Walters walk through the options.
Attorney Amy Bellantoni joins Cam to talk about one of her cases involving a Jewish summer camp in New York that's suing the state over its outright prohibition on lawful carry in summer camps and other locations where children might be present.
NRA-ILA's Justin Davis joins Cam to detail number of bills that would blatantly violate the Second Amendment that will get their first hearing in Rhode Island today, including a ban on the continued possession of commonly owned firearms and forcing gun owners to purchase an insurance policy before exercising their right to keep and bear arms.
Attorney Daniel Schmutter joins Cam with a recap of last week's oral arguments at the Fifth Circuit in Knife Rights v. Bondi, where he explained to the panel why the federal ban on switchblades should be struck down... and the DOJ attorney argued that the Second Amendment might not apply to any knives at all.
Tufts University professor Dr. Michael Siegel joins Cam to discuss the Bridging the Divide initiative that brought 2A advocates and gun control supporters together to try to find some common ground, and why he believes things like bans on so-called assault weapons should not be priorities for "gun safety" activists.
The Detroit News reports that changes to how "red flag" petitions are transmitted to law enforcement has placed most data about petitions out of reach of public records; a concern for opponents and (some) supporters alike.
New York attorney Amy Bellantoni joins Cam to discuss a 2A victory against NYC's licensing laws, as well as the broader fight to take on the state's draconian gun control regime, which she says has made life more difficult for gun owners despite the Supreme Court's decision in Bruen four years ago.
Dianna Muller, founder of Women for Gun Rights, joins Cam to discuss some of the recent changes to the organization, including bringing members to D.C. for the group's annual fly-in and a brand new national conference.
It's been several years since Silencer Central CEO Brandon Maddox was told by a higher-up at Wells Fargo that the bank would not do business with his suppressor company, but as Maddox tells Bearing Arms, now the company is happily taking his money.
It's been several years since Silencer Central CEO Brandon Maddox was told by a higher-up at Wells Fargo that the bank would not do business with his suppressor company, but as Maddox tells Bearing Arms, now the company is happily taking his money.
Cam details a recent story in an Ohio paper that falsely asserted firearms are the leading cause of death of kids in the Buckeye State, what led to that claim, and why the paper's correction doesn't go far enough.
Cam details a recent story in an Ohio paper that falsely asserted firearms are the leading cause of death of kids in the Buckeye State, what led to that claim, and why the paper's correction doesn't go far enough.
Advancing American Freedom's Amy Swearer joins Cam to discuss two defensive gun uses in New York where prosecutors are looking to put the armed citizens who acted in self-defense in prison: not for pulling the trigger, but for possessing an unregistered gun without a carry permit.
Advancing American Freedom's Amy Swearer joins Cam to discuss two defensive gun uses in New York where prosecutors are looking to put the armed citizens who acted in self-defense in prison: not for pulling the trigger, but for possessing an unregistered gun without a carry permit.
National Foundation for Gun Rights VP Hannah Hill explains why she's still optimistic about SCOTUS accepting a gun and mag ban case, and what she thinks the gun control lobby will do if and when these bans are struck down.
National Foundation for Gun Rights VP Hannah Hill explains why she's still optimistic about SCOTUS accepting a gun and mag ban case, and what she thinks the gun control lobby will do if and when these bans are struck down.
New York Attorney General Letitia James says the state will no longer require applicants for a concealed carry license to allow law enforcement access to their social media histories; a win for the First, Second, and Fourth Amendments.
New York Attorney General Letitia James says the state will no longer require applicants for a concealed carry license to allow law enforcement access to their social media histories; a win for the First, Second, and Fourth Amendments.
The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals appears skeptical of a truck driver's position that Minnesota's refusal to recognize his GA and FL carry permits violates his 2A rights, but as Cam points out, one of the best arguments in the plaintiffs' favor was never raised during oral arguments.
The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals appears skeptical of a truck driver's position that Minnesota's refusal to recognize his GA and FL carry permits violates his 2A rights, but as Cam points out, one of the best arguments in the plaintiffs' favor was never raised during oral arguments.
SAF's Kostas Moros joins Cam to discuss a big win regarding the right to carry, as well as some good news from the Ninth Circuit.
SAF's Kostas Moros joins Cam to discuss a big win regarding the right to carry, as well as some good news from the Ninth Circuit.
The 2026 legislative session has wrapped up in the Virginia, but not before Democrats sent more than a dozen gun control bills to Gov. Abigail Spanberger for her approval. NRA ILA Executive Director John Commerford joins Cam to discuss the damage done and what gun owners need to do now.
The 2026 legislative session has wrapped up in the Virginia, but not before Democrats sent more than a dozen gun control bills to Gov. Abigail Spanberger for her approval. NRA ILA Executive Director John Commerford joins Cam to discuss the damage done and what gun owners need to do now.
Braden Langley joins Cam to discuss the online reaction to Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon's recent range pics, and the broader dangers of an exclusionary attitude towards the Second Amendment and gun ownership.
Braden Langley joins Cam to discuss the online reaction to Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon's recent range pics, and the broader dangers of an exclusionary attitude towards the Second Amendment and gun ownership.
Wake Forest sociology professor and gun owner David Yamane joins Cam to discuss his participation in Bridging the Divide, which brought gun owners and gun control advocates together to try to find common ground on several policies.
Wake Forest sociology professor and gun owner David Yamane joins Cam to discuss his participation in Bridging the Divide, which brought gun owners and gun control advocates together to try to find common ground on several policies.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is expected to soon sign into law a bill banning the sale of so-called assault firearms and magazines that can hold more than 15 rounds. NRA ILA Executive Director John Commerford joins Cam to discuss the organization's legal response to the legislation, which is set to take effect on July 1 this year.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is expected to soon sign into law a bill banning the sale of so-called assault firearms and magazines that can hold more than 15 rounds. NRA ILA Executive Director John Commerford joins Cam to discuss the organization's legal response to the legislation, which is set to take effect on July 1 this year.
The Supreme Judicial Court in Massachusetts is weighing whether adults under the age of 21 can be banned from possessing a handgun in the state, with oral arguments taking place this week. Cam has details on that case, as well as several important legislative updates from across the country.
The Supreme Judicial Court in Massachusetts is weighing whether adults under the age of 21 can be banned from possessing a handgun in the state, with oral arguments taking place this week. Cam has details on that case, as well as several important legislative updates from across the country.
Armed American Radio's Mark Walters joins Cam to discuss the Supreme Court's oral arguments in U.S. v. Hemani as well as the Texas primaries on Tuesday, where Democrat turnout shows 2A advocates can't take any race for granted this year.
Armed American Radio's Mark Walters joins Cam to discuss the Supreme Court's oral arguments in U.S. v. Hemani as well as the Texas primaries on Tuesday, where Democrat turnout shows 2A advocates can't take any race for granted this year.
Cam offers his analysis and perspective on today's oral arguments in U.S. v. Hemani, including the potential for an unlikely coalition of justices in the majority of the upcoming decision.
Cam offers his analysis and perspective on today's oral arguments in U.S. v. Hemani, including the potential for an unlikely coalition of justices in the majority of the upcoming decision.
Gun Owners of America's Erich Pratt joins Cam to discuss West Virginia's SB 1071, which would establish a state office to sell post-1986 machine guns to residents. Pratt is urging WV gun owners to contact Senate Judiciary chair Tom Willis at 304-357-7867 or tom.willis@wvsenate.gov and urge him to hold a hearing on the bill before Sunday's legislative deadline to move bills out of committee.
Gun Owners of America's Erich Pratt joins Cam to discuss West Virginia's SB 1071, which would establish a state office to sell post-1986 machine guns to residents. Pratt is urging WV gun owners to contact Senate Judiciary chair Tom Willis at 304-357-7867 or tom.willis@wvsenate.gov and urge him to hold a hearing on the bill before Sunday's legislative deadline to move bills out of committee.
Advancing America's Freedom's Amy Swearer joins Cam to discuss her testimony in opposition to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's gun and magazine bans, which were defeated in a House committee Tuesday afternoon.
Advancing America's Freedom's Amy Swearer joins Cam to discuss her testimony in opposition to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's gun and magazine bans, which were defeated in a House committee Tuesday afternoon.
Second Amendment advocate Dan Wos joins Cam to discuss the bill banning Glocks and other striker-fired pistols in New York, and how gun control advocates are using guilt trips to gain support for that ban and other anti-2A measures.
Second Amendment advocate Dan Wos joins Cam to discuss the bill banning Glocks and other striker-fired pistols in New York, and how gun control advocates are using guilt trips to gain support for that ban and other anti-2A measures.
Oregon's Measure 114 has been on hold since December, 2022, but that hasn't stopped some Democrat lawmakers from trying to make substantial changes to the permit-to-purchase and magazine bans included in the measure. Attorney Tony Aeillo, who's leading the litigation challenging Measure 114 in state court, joins Cam to clear up some of the confusion surrounding the measure. If you'd like to help defray the legal expenses of the litigation, you can do so here: https://www.givesendgo.com/StateCourt_StopMeasure114
Oregon's Measure 114 has been on hold since December, 2022, but that hasn't stopped some Democrat lawmakers from trying to make substantial changes to the permit-to-purchase and magazine bans included in the measure. Attorney Tony Aeillo, who's leading the litigation challenging Measure 114 in state court, joins Cam to clear up some of the confusion surrounding the measure. If you'd like to help defray the legal expenses of the litigation, you can do so here: https://www.givesendgo.com/StateCourt_StopMeasure114
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