Category: TXGR News

March for Our Lives, a far-left activist group that champions gun control and gun confiscations, has endorsed Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.

In their first-ever political endorsement, the organization praised Harris as an “ardent defender of democracy, a gun violence prevention champion, and a leader who will listen to young people, give us a seat at the table, and fight for our future.”

Harris became the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee following President Biden’s withdrawal from the race on July 21st.

March for Our Lives garnered nationwide prominence following the 2019 Parkland High School shooting. With the aid of their co-founder, David Hogg, a survivor of said shooting, the group encouraged nationwide school “walk-outs” in protest of gun violence. Until now, they have held a policy barring them from endorsing any political candidates.

The group has consistently called for restrictions on the 2nd Amendment and gun ownership, supporting federal bans on so-called “assault rifles,” which would entail governmental seizure and confiscation, an inherent act of aggression against law-abiding citizens.

There’s no doubt that Kamala Harris is the perfect candidate for this kind of group. The former Vice President is perhaps the most ardently anti-2nd Amendment presidential candidate in American history. She has repeatedly called for bans on some of the most popular and commonly owned guns in America and red-flag laws, which allow citizens to be stripped of their rights without due process. She even started a “Red Flag Resource Center” so that elected officials could work to implement them for their constituencies. 

Gun rights in America have been under attack for decades, and a Kamala Harris presidency could be the final nail in the Constitution’s coffin. This is truly a threat like no other against a radical leftist with no regard for the concept of God-given liberties and the inherent right of all Americans to self-defense and preservation.

Texas Gun Right’s is the Lone Star State’s premier no-compromise gun rights group, fighting to secure the essential liberties of all Texans across the state, and defend them from tyrannical infringements on their rights. Texas must stand in defiance of federal government overreach and ensure the prevention of restrictions, confiscations, and red-flag laws on its citizens. Support TXGR’s mission today by donating today!

In a widely-anticipated development, Joe Biden announced over Sunday that he will suspend his 2024 re-election campaign. His withdrawal follows mounting pressure from elite Democratic colleagues, donors, and Hollywood figures after a disastrous debate performance against President Donald Trump last month.

Biden, who has been a staunch opponent of the Second Amendment, stated in a public letter posted on X, “It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your president. While it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interests of my party and the country for me to stand down and focus solely on fulfilling my duties as president for the remainder of my term.”

This news, while welcome, signals that the battle against the anti-gun agenda is far from over. With Biden stepping aside, he has thrown his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee.

Biden’s entire career has been horrific for the Second Amendment, and this was only exacerbated by his time in the Oval Office. On a podcast in May, Biden revealed his radical second-term agenda He stated that the “Second Amendment is not absolute” and “The idea that we allow assault weapons to be sold with magazines with 100 rounds is just bizarre.”

In addition to an assault weapons ban, Biden championed policies like Red Flag Laws and Universal Gun Registration. Worst of all, he strongly supported the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which allowed for continued ATF overreach. He did all of this while continuing to lie about gun deaths, push for a radical overhaul of the Supreme Court, and even threaten US citizens with fighter jets. 

Not only was Biden’s tenure terrible, but so was Kamala Harris. Harris has consistently supported stringent gun control measures, including the establishment of the National “Red Flag” Gun Confiscation Resource Center. She has worked closely with Biden and the ATF to clamp down on private gun sales and has stood by Biden as he labeled half of America as “semi-fascist” while using executive orders and federal agencies to push their anti-gun agenda.

Harris has also been at the forefront of calls for radical gun bans and attempted to conceal Biden’s mental decline from the public, further undermining her credibility. Her potential presidency poses a significant threat to gun rights, making the upcoming November elections crucial for Second Amendment supporters.

But Harris is not the only potential Democratic nominee with a troubling anti-gun record. California Governor Gavin Newsom, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and even former First Lady Michelle Obama are rumored to be in the running.

Newsom has a long history of advocating for strict gun control laws in California, including bans on certain firearms and high-capacity magazines. Whitmer has supported similar measures in Michigan, and Obama has previously voiced support for more stringent gun regulations.

All of these candidates represent a continued threat to Second Amendment rights.

The importance of protecting gun rights ahead of the November election cannot be overstated, especially in the wake of the failed assassination attempt on former President Trump.

The incident highlights the critical need for self-defense and the preservation of the Second Amendment. It also underscores the dangers of the current political climate, where anti-gun rhetoric and policies can leave law-abiding citizens vulnerable.

This lingering threat is why Texas Gun Rights is mobilizing its members to defeat all forms of gun control and to make protecting gun rights a top issue in November. Red flag laws, in particular, pose a significant risk as they can lead to the disarmament of individuals based on unverified accusations, stripping away their constitutional rights. For these reasons, TXGR is fighting to prohibit red flag laws in the state of Texas.

As the nation heads toward the November elections, the stakes have never been higher. With Biden out of the race and Harris positioned as the Democratic frontrunner, the fight to protect gun rights intensifies. Second Amendment advocates must remain vigilant and proactive to ensure that their rights are not eroded by an administration that prioritizes gun control over constitutional freedoms. The future of the Second Amendment hangs in the balance, and the actions taken now will determine its fate for generations to come.

July 17, 2024 

Coming to a store near you: American Rounds Express Ammo vending machines.

Fully automated, heavily stocked, and 24/7 accessible vending machines that dispense ammunition for pistols, rifles, and shotguns have been placed in multiple grocery stores throughout Oklahoma and Alabama.

American Rounds, the company behind this venture to revolutionize the bullet buying process, wants to provide customers the ability to “buy ammunition on your own schedule, free from the constraints of store hours and long lines.”

Grant Major, CEO of American Rounds, has reported significant success in sales and popularity of the machines. As a result, the venture is expanding, with new vending machines being installed in Texas and Colorado and further expansion in Oklahoma. 

The machines are equipped with TSA standard ID card scanners and AI-powered facial recognition software to ensure safety, security, and legality. This prevents underage or other prohibited individuals from purchasing ammo from the machines.

American Rounds has emphasized its goals of complying with federal and local regulations while simplifying consumer experiences. Due to discrepancies between state laws regarding age requirements to purchase ammunition, all machines require users to be 21 years of age or older.

Major also assured certain customers, who were skeptical of the ID verification process, that the obtained information is shared with no one and is strictly for the purpose of age verification.

Could this be the future of ammunition purchasing? Will customers nationwide trend towards the RedBox of self-defense? How could these machines impact traditional gun ranges and ammo shops?

There are many questions to be answered, but nonetheless, the expansion of ammunition accessibility for responsible Americans is undoubtedly a positive development. 

July 17, 2024 

In a bold move, President Joe Biden is poised to introduce sweeping reforms to the U.S. Supreme Court, aiming to impose term limits on justices and establish a binding code of ethics.

This proposal comes amid increasing scrutiny of the court’s conservative majority and recent controversial rulings.

Biden, who has traditionally resisted calls for such reforms, previewed this significant initiative during a call with progressive lawmakers last week, promising a “major overhaul” of the court.

An official announcement is expected in the coming weeks, according to sources familiar with the discussions.

The proposed reforms would require congressional approval, necessitating 60 votes in the Senate, a steep challenge even if Democrats retain control of both chambers.

Additionally, Biden is considering a constitutional amendment to limit presidential immunity, a direct response to a recent Supreme Court decision protecting presidents from criminal prosecution for certain acts.

These proposals mark a stark shift for Biden, who, during his 2020 campaign, rejected the idea of expanding the court and instead formed a commission to study possible changes.

However, recent decisions by the court’s conservative majority—with pro-life rulings, blocking gun control measures, and eliminating affirmative action—have prompted Biden to adopt a more aggressive stance.

The push for reform reflects Biden’s response to mounting pressure from within his party, especially from progressive Democrats who doubt his re-election viability after a shaky debate performance.

As this initiative unfolds, the nation will watch closely to see if these significant reforms can navigate the legislative hurdles ahead and bring lasting change to the Supreme Court.

July 17, 2024 

On Thursday night, Joe Biden parroted a commonly repeated lie, used time and again by Leftists to fearmonger the American people into willful submission of their right to self-defense.

Biden falsely claimed that guns are the #1 cause of death for children in America. “More children are killed by bullets than any other cause of death,” the President asserted to a room of reporters and journalists. This is, of course, not the first time that Biden has uttered this frequent falsehood. Biden first said that “guns are the number one killer of children,” earlier in his presidency on June 2nd, 2022.

Presumptively, the Biden Administration is referring to a CDC figure showing that the amount of people ages 0-19 who died from gun violence in 2020 is 4,368, surpassing even car crashes which totaled 4,036. As evidenced, this figure includes military and voting aged people of 18 and 19 years old, skewing the figure and misrepresenting the category of “children.”

Deaths caused by firearms for the ages 0-17 in 2020 were equal to 2,281, while car crashes for the same age group totaled 2,503. Clearly, Biden and the Democrats are deliberately misrepresenting the figures in order to fearmonger support for increasingly restrictive gun policy.

Any number of children dying from guns is cause for concern, however it should be recognized that the vast majority of these deaths occur in either Democrat run urban centers with restrictive gun laws, or in so-called “gun free zones.” 

No matter what lies and deceitful tactics the gun-grabbing Radical Left throws our way, Texas Gun Rights will continue fighting preserving our Second Amendment rights to self-defense. The fear mongering displays put on by the White House and other tyrannical forces will not deter Americans in defense of their liberties.

July 12, 2024 

In a heated race for the U.S. Senate in Texas, incumbent Senator Ted Cruz is facing a formidable challenge from Congressman Colin Allred. Both candidates reported significant fundraising hauls for the second quarter of 2024, with Cruz raising $12.6 million and Allred closely trailing with $10.5 million. Allred’s fundraising performance outpaces the totals of 2018 Democratic candidate Beto O’Rourke at the same point in his campaign.

Cruz’s fundraising total broke all his previous records, more than doubling his first-half 2018 performance. “We continue to see growing support for Senator Cruz in every corner of the Lone Star State,” said Nick Maddux, Cruz’s campaign spokesman. “This quarter’s record-breaking fundraising numbers are indicative of Texans’ steadfast support for Senator Cruz, but the job isn’t done yet. Senator Cruz will continue working day in and day out to ensure victory in November to Keep Texas, Texas.”

Cruz’s total of $12.6 million includes contributions to his campaign account, his super PAC, joint fundraising accounts, and donations itemized for him by the National Republican Senatorial Committee and the Texas GOP. With an average contribution of $33.25, Cruz’s campaign shows widespread grassroots support across all 254 counties in Texas, bringing his cash on hand to $22.1 million at the close of the period.

On the other hand, Colin Allred’s campaign has amassed a total of $38 million since its inception, with an average donation of $33.59. Allred’s $10.5 million second-quarter haul slightly exceeds Beto O’Rourke’s fundraising total for the same period in 2018, a notable feat considering O’Rourke’s strong financial backing during his campaign. Paige Hutchinson, Allred’s campaign manager, emphasized the significance of this achievement. “Texans are sending a clear message to Ted Cruz that they are ready to move on from him and his policies that are hurting Texas families, and that they are ready to elect Colin Allred to bring a new generation of leadership to the Senate.”

Allred’s campaign is heavily backed by the gun-control lobby. Endorsed by Giffords, a prominent gun control advocacy group, Allred has centered his campaign on the promise of implementing stricter gun control measures. This endorsement is part of a broader strategy by anti-gun groups to make significant inroads in Texas, a state traditionally known for its strong gun rights stance.

The involvement of influential figures such as George Soros further underscores the intensity of the effort to flip Texas blue. Soros and other gun control advocates are significantly ramping up their financial support in Texas, aiming to turn the state into a Democratic stronghold. With significant funding funneled into the state, groups like Everytown for Gun Safety and Giffords are tripling down on their efforts to reshape Texas’s political landscape.

The race between Cruz and Allred is not just a contest of political ideologies but also a battleground for the future of gun rights in Texas. Cruz, a staunch defender of the Second Amendment, represents a traditional pro-gun stance, while Allred’s campaign, bolstered by gun control advocates, pushes for more restrictive firearm laws.

As the November election approaches, both campaigns are expected to ramp up their efforts, with even more significant fundraising hauls likely in the coming months. The outcome of this race could have far-reaching implications, not only for Texas but for the national conversation on gun control and Second Amendment rights.

Texas Gun Rights is mobilizing its members across the state to make gun rights—and stopping Biden’s anti-gun agenda—a winning issue in November.

July 15, 2024 

In a shocking turn of events on Saturday, former President Donald Trump narrowly survived an assassination attempt during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.

The attack, which tragically resulted in one death and left two others injured, has highlighted severe security deficiencies and raised critical concerns about the radical left’s inflammatory rhetoric.

The shooter, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, managed to climb onto a manufacturing plant approximately 130 yards from where Trump was speaking.

From this elevated position, Crooks fired multiple shots, grazing Trump’s right ear, killing an innocent attendee, and wounding two others before Secret Service snipers took him down.

The incident has sparked widespread outrage and questions about how such a significant security lapse could occur.

Israeli Special Ops veteran Aaron Cohen, speaking to Fox News, articulated the gravity of the situation: “God must have been watching over the president.”

Cohen noted that snipers are trained to aim at the cerebral cortex to ensure a fatal shot. “At 130 yards, it’s not a difficult shot to make,” Cohen stressed, underscoring the serious security failings that allowed Crooks to position himself and fire at the rally.

Eyewitnesses reported seeing Crooks with a visible rifle as he climbed onto the building and frantically tried to alert authorities.

One witness told the BBC, “We could clearly see the rifle. I was wondering why Trump was still speaking and why he hadn’t been pulled off the stage. We were pointing at the shooter for what felt like minutes before the shots rang out.”  This testimony raises serious questions about the Secret Service’s preparedness and response.

Images of a bloodied but defiant Trump raising his fist as he was escorted off stage have quickly become iconic, potentially boosting his chances in the upcoming election. Entrepreneurs have already capitalized on the moment, selling merchandise featuring this dramatic image.

Following the attack, a congressional oversight committee has demanded a hearing with Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to address these glaring security issues.

Meanwhile, conspiracy theories abound, with some left-leaning voices suggesting the attempt was a right-wing plot to martyr Trump, while some right-leaning voices allege that the Biden administration deliberately reduced Trump’s security detail.

This incident must be seen within the broader context of the radical left’s hostile and aggressive rhetoric.

For years, the left has demonized their political opponents, fostering an environment conducive to violence. This strategy was evident when Maxine Waters urged leftists to confront Trump supporters and Cabinet members publicly, and when leftists harassed political figures in public spaces.

Incidents such as Kathy Griffin’s infamous photo with a severed Trump head, Snoop Dogg’s video depicting a mock assassination of Trump, and a New York play portraying Trump as Julius Caesar being stabbed all exemplify this dangerous trend.

More recently, Joe Biden’s inflammatory remarks about Trump, labeling him a “threat to democracy” and metaphorically placing him in a bullseye, have further fueled this divisive climate.

Comparisons of Trump to Hitler and derogatory labels for his supporters, such as Nazis, only exacerbate the situation. Biden’s Constitution Hall speech, Hillary Clinton’s “basket of deplorables” comment, and Obama’s remark about people clinging to “guns and religion” have all contributed to this toxic environment.

The leftist media’s attempt to create a false moral equivalency by repeatedly referencing January 6 while ignoring the violent acts committed by groups like Antifa, BLM, and Jane’s Revenge is misleading.

Their strategy, rooted in Saul Alinsky’s “Rules for Radicals,” relies on intimidation, coercion, and violence.

Tragically, leftists have made enemies of anyone opposing their agenda, making an assassination attempt on Donald Trump seemingly justifiable to them. They seek to rationalize such actions through distorted narratives.

Yet it is these same far-left Democrats who are the loudest voices pushing for stricter gun control measures, aiming to disarm law-abiding citizens while stirring up a pot of violence.

The hypocrisy is glaring. On one hand, they incite aggression through their rhetoric and actions; on the other hand, they seek to strip away the constitutional rights of Americans to defend themselves.

This disarmament leaves citizens vulnerable while the left continues to fan the flames of division and hostility.

But in the wake of this assassination attempt, it is crucial to address not only the immediate security lapses but also the broader implications of disarming the public.

Law-abiding citizens must retain their Second Amendment rights to protect themselves in an increasingly volatile environment fueled by radical rhetoric.

The push for gun control under the guise of safety is exposed as another tactic to consolidate power and weaken opposition.

July 15, 2024 

Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, has withdrawn his request for a new trial in his federal gun case after federal prosecutors criticized his legal approach as a “misunderstanding of appellate practice” and for neglecting prior court orders.

On June 11, Hunter Biden was convicted on three counts related to lying about his drug addiction to obtain a firearm. He filed a motion for a new trial on June 24, claiming that Delaware federal Judge Maryellen Noreika lacked jurisdiction over his trial. Biden argued that there were pending rulings in his appeals case that called Noreika’s authority into question.

Federal prosecutors from special counsel David Weiss’ office refuted Biden’s argument, emphasizing that the Third Circuit Court of Appeals had already authorized Judge Noreika to proceed with the trial. In a filing on Monday, prosecutors pointed out that the appeals court had dismissed Biden’s appeals with orders marked “Issued in Lieu of Mandate,” a crucial detail that Biden and his legal team failed to acknowledge.

Prosecutor Derek Hines wrote in the Monday filing, “When trial began on June 3, the Third Circuit had already dismissed both of the defendant’s appeals with orders stamped ‘in Lieu of Mandate’ and denied his petition for rehearing.” He added, “While the defendant repeatedly insisted before trial that his appeals divested this Court of jurisdiction, this is the first time he has spun this tale of the missing mandates.”

Hines made it clear that the dismissal orders provided no grounds for the court to reconsider its previous rulings, as the orders indicated that the appeals were non-appealable and did not affect the court’s jurisdiction.

Following this, Hunter Biden’s lead attorney, Abbe Lowell, filed a brief on Tuesday admitting the oversight. “As it appears that the Third Circuit views issuing a certified order ‘in lieu’ of a mandate as compliant with … procedure for shortening the time for issuance of a mandate, Mr. Biden withdraws his motion,” Lowell wrote.

Hunter Biden, a notable figure in his father’s administration following President Biden’s controversial June 27 debate against Donald Trump, faces up to 25 years in prison when he is sentenced later this year. However, federal sentencing guidelines suggest he is unlikely to receive the maximum sentence. Judge Noreika has yet to set a sentencing date.

Biden’s legal challenges do not end here. He is scheduled to go on trial on September 5 in Los Angeles, where he is accused of evading $1.4 million in taxes from 2016 to 2019. An earlier attempt to delay this trial was rejected by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in May, with prosecutors calling the appeal a “stunt to delay his trial.”

Public opinion is not in Biden’s favor. A recent poll by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research revealed that 60% of Americans, including 59% of Democrats, agreed with the verdict in the Delaware trial, with nearly half supporting a prison sentence for Hunter Biden.

As these legal proceedings continue, the implications for the Biden administration and the wider political landscape remain to be seen.

July 10, 2024 

In a move that has ignited fierce backlash from Second Amendment supporters, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has once again released sensitive firearm trace data, flouting federal laws designed to keep such information confidential.

For the second time in under a year, the ATF has disregarded the Tiahrt Amendment, which explicitly prohibits the disclosure of firearm trace data outside of law enforcement engaged in legitimate investigations.

This time, the ATF handed over the data to The Trace, a media outlet affiliated with the gun control group Everytown for Gun Safety.

Six months earlier, the ATF released similar data to USA Today following a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, despite firearm trace data being exempt from FOIA.

The Trace had not contested a Ninth Circuit ruling that ordered the release of this protected data to Stop US Arms to Mexico, an Oakland-based nonprofit. This ruling came after the group’s founder, John Lindsay-Poland, requested data on U.S.-made firearms recovered at crime scenes in Mexico and Central America, detailed by the U.S. regions from which they were purchased.

Initially, the ATF denied this request, citing the Tiahrt Amendment. However, Lindsay-Poland sued, and the Ninth Circuit ruled in his favor.

Conversely, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit ruled that such data is protected and cannot be released, creating a split in circuit court decisions.

The ATF and the Department of Justice (DOJ) should have recognized this as an opportunity to escalate the issue to the U.S. Supreme Court.

The Ninth Circuit has a history of having a significant number of its decisions overturned, suggesting a strong chance for a successful appeal. Instead, the ATF opted to release the data.

Chris McNutt, President of Texas Gun Rights, voiced his frustration: “This blatant disregard for the law shows that the ATF is more interested in appeasing gun control activists than upholding their legal responsibilities. They’re not protecting law-abiding gun owners; they’re targeting them.”

The ATF’s actions appear influenced by broader political pressures. Gun control groups like Everytown and Stop US Arms to Mexico are determined to dismantle the Tiahrt Amendment, viewing it as an obstacle to their agenda.

Meanwhile, Mexico is suing several U.S. firearm manufacturers for $10 billion, claiming these companies are responsible for the criminal misuse of firearms by Mexican drug cartels.

This lawsuit, supported by prominent gun control activists, seeks to hold American manufacturers accountable for the actions of criminals abroad.

Joe Biden has made no secret of his stance against the firearm industry. During his campaign, he declared gun manufacturers as “the enemy.” His administration has utilized every available lever to attack the industry, from legislative efforts to executive actions.

Vice President Kamala Harris, assigned to secure the southern border and spearhead the gun control agenda, has seen little progress on both fronts. The newly established White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, staffed by former Everytown lobbyist Robert Wilcox, further underscores the administration’s commitment to this cause.

Attorney General Merrick Garland, known for his anti-gun rulings, and ATF Director Steven Dettelbach, who halted Operation Thor—a project aimed at disrupting firearm trafficking—are key figures in this contentious approach.

The ATF’s repeated release of trace data undermines ongoing investigations and further alienates themselves from gun owners and the gun industry.

Critics argue that these trace data leaks prove background checks do not work. Chris McNutt stated “All of the guns in the trace data were purchased by individuals who successfully passed a background check. So there is no reason to demonize the stores where these guns were initially sold” highlighting fundamental flaws in current gun control measures that unfairly target legitimate businesses.

Former ATF Acting Director Michael Sullivan emphasized the importance of safeguarding trace data, warning against its use as a political weapon. “If the Tiahrt Amendment were repealed, it could seriously undermine, if not eviscerate, the critically important investigations ATF special agents and local law enforcement are building to bring illegal firearm traffickers to justice,” Sullivan wrote.

The ATF’s decision to release this data twice within six months raises serious questions about the agency’s priorities and its commitment to upholding the laws designed to protect sensitive information.

For many in the gun rights community, these actions are seen as part of a broader strategy to erode Second Amendment protections and vilify law-abiding gun owners and retailers.