This case is no longer about a single license.

It is about whether a state agency will accept the law as written, or continue relitigating the same failed argument until it gets the outcome it wants.

A Third Victory in Court

For the third time, Texas Gun Rights Foundation has prevailed in court on behalf of Timothy Willis.

And for the third time, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is refusing to accept that outcome.

After losing at the Justice of the Peace level, and again in county court, DPS has now moved to appeal yet again — seeking another opportunity to revoke Willis’ License to Carry (LTC) based on a decades-old protective order that contains no finding of violence.

As TXGR Foundation attorney CJ Grisham explained:

“Despite the fact that I beat them three times in front of two separate judges, they are dragging my client into appeal… They have unlimited funds to drag innocent people through the courts while DPS victims must pay to defend their rights.”

No Finding of Violence — No Legal Basis

The underlying protective order, issued more than two decades ago in a Georgia divorce proceeding, contains no finding that Timothy Willis posed a credible threat.

It does not allege violence.
It does not prohibit the use of force.
It simply required two parties to stay away from one another.

Two Texas courts have already confirmed that this order does not meet the statutory requirements necessary to revoke firearm rights.

Yet DPS continues to treat it as though it does.

A Clear Double Standard

The contradiction in this case is difficult to ignore.

Timothy Willis remains qualified and recognized as a certified firearms instructor.

The State of Texas trusts him to:

• Train others in the safe and lawful use of firearms
• Instruct students on carry laws
• Represent responsible gun ownership

And yet, that same state agency is attempting to deny him his own License to Carry.

If Willis is qualified to teach firearm safety and legal compliance, on what basis is he considered unfit to carry?

That question goes to the heart of this case.

Persistence or Overreach?

DPS has now lost this case multiple times.

At some point, repeated appeals raise a broader concern:

Is this about correcting a legal error, or about refusing to accept statutory limits?

As CJ Grisham noted:

“They have unlimited funds to drag innocent people through the courts… I look forward to beating them a 4th time on this case.”

When an agency continues to pursue the same outcome despite repeated judicial rejection, it begins to look less like enforcement and more like expansion of authority through persistence.

What This Means Going Forward

If DPS is successful in redefining what qualifies as a disqualifying protective order, the implications extend far beyond this case.

It would mean:

• Civil orders without findings of violence could be treated as prohibitions
• Statutory safeguards could be bypassed through interpretation
• Law-abiding citizens could lose rights absent required legal findings

But that is not how the statute is written. And it is not how the rule of law is supposed to function.

Texas Gun Rights Draws the Line

Texas Gun Rights Foundation has beaten DPS three times.

Now they’re preparing to fight them a FOURTH.

But here’s the truth:

👉 We can’t take every case.

👉 We can’t fight every battle.

👉 Unless gun owners like you step up.

👉Chip in $25, $50, or even $100 today to help us defend gun owners and stop government overreach before it spreads.

by Chris McNutt

Something is changing in the ammunition market again.

Not overnight. Not dramatically.

But steadily, and for reasons that go far beyond your local gun store.

A Market Under Pressure

Across the board, ammo prices are creeping up.

Not because of panic buying.
Not because shelves are empty.

But because the system itself is under strain.

Global conflicts, including the ongoing war in Iran, are driving up energy costs, disrupting supply chains, and increasing demand for the same materials used in civilian ammunition.

At the same time, military production is competing for those same resources.

And unlike years past, manufacturers can’t simply “flip a switch” and increase output.

The result?

A tighter, more unpredictable market where prices move faster and availability shifts without warning.

This Isn’t 2020 — It’s Something Different

What we’re seeing now isn’t a temporary shortage.

It’s a structural squeeze.

For years, the ammunition industry has operated with limited excess capacity. That works fine in stable times.

But when global demand rises and supply chains tighten, there’s no cushion.

That pressure doesn’t always show up as empty shelves.

It shows up as:

Higher prices
Fewer deals
Faster sellouts on in-demand calibers

And it’s likely here to stay.

Why This Changes How Gun Owners Should Think

In a stable market, finding ammo is simple.

In a volatile one, it’s not.

Prices vary more.
Availability shifts faster.
And the difference between a good buy and a bad one gets wider.

That’s where tools — and relationships — start to matter.

Not All Platforms Are Built the Same

BulletScout.com wasn’t built for a perfect market.

It was built for moments like this.

When prices are moving, supply is uneven, and gun owners need real-time visibility into what’s actually available — and what it really costs.

By comparing prices across hundreds of retailers, including shipping, BulletScout helps cut through the noise and gives gun owners a clear picture of the market.

But that’s only part of the story.

Standing With the Second Amendment When It Counts

At a time when many companies choose to stay quiet, BulletScout has taken a different approach.

They’ve stepped up as a corporate partner of Texas Gun Rights, directly supporting the fight to defend the Second Amendment without compromise.

That matters.

Because moments of uncertainty don’t just test supply chains.

They test who is actually willing to stand and fight.

A Small Way of Giving Back

Right now, BulletScout is also running a giveaway, including Palmetto State Armory gift cards, as a way of giving back to the community that supports them.

It’s a small gesture. But it reflects something bigger.

Because in times like this, gun owners need more than options. They need allies who are willing to stand and fight.

If you want to help Texas Gun Rights keep fighting the gun confiscation agenda without compromise, support companies like BulletScout today.

In a stunning admission, the Los Angeles County Superior Court has revealed that it failed to report hundreds of thousands of criminal case outcomes to the California Department of Justice—including roughly 147,000 felony convictions.

Let that sink in.

For decades—stretching back to the 1980s—criminal records simply weren’t entered into the system that feeds background checks.

No alerts.
No safeguards.
No accountability.

Just a broken government system quietly failing in the background while politicians demanded more gun control.

A System That Only Works “If Everything Goes Right”

Here’s the part they don’t want to talk about:

The entire background check system depends on perfect data entry, flawless coordination, and bureaucratic competence at every level of government.

And as this case proves—that’s a fantasy.

Because when records aren’t reported:

• Felons slip through the cracks
• Background checks return incomplete or inaccurate results
• And the system politicians claim “keeps us safe” simply doesn’t work

Even federal officials admit the system only functions if it receives “complete, accurate, and timely information” from thousands of agencies nationwide.

Clearly, that’s not happening.

The History They Don’t Want You to Know

The federal background check system—known as NICS—was created by the Brady Act in 1993 and went live in 1998.

Since then:

• Hundreds of millions of background checks have been run
• Millions of Americans have been delayed or denied
• And the system still relies on error-prone government databases

In fact:

• Only about 1% of transactions are denied
• Many denials are later overturned on appeal
• Tens of thousands of denials occur each year—but only a tiny fraction are ever prosecuted

So let’s be clear:

This system overwhelmingly burdens law-abiding citizens—while failing to consistently stop criminals.

The Real Purpose: A Backdoor Gun Registry

But there’s an even bigger problem.

Background checks were never just about stopping criminals.

They are the foundation for building a national gun registry.

Every time you purchase a firearm:

• You fill out a federal Form 4473
• That form is retained and increasingly digitized
• And when gun stores close, those records are sent directly to the ATF—where they are scanned and stored

The result?

Hundreds of millions—if not over a billion—firearms transaction records now sit in federal hands.

And “universal background checks” make the endgame obvious:

No background check = no legal transfer.
No legal transfer without paperwork.
No paperwork without a record.

That’s not about safety.

That’s how you build a registry—one transaction at a time.

“This is exactly what happens when you trust a broken government database to regulate a constitutional right,” said Chris McNutt, President of Texas Gun Rights.

“Nearly 150,000 felony convictions weren’t even reported—and politicians still want Texans to believe more background checks will fix the problem. The truth is, this system fails at both ends: it misses criminals and blocks law-abiding citizens. That’s unacceptable.”

The Real Lesson

This isn’t just a California problem.

It’s a warning.

Because every new gun control proposal—from “universal background checks” to expanded federal databases—relies on the same flawed assumption:

That government systems are accurate, efficient, and trustworthy.

They’re not.

They never have been.

And when they fail, it’s not the bureaucrats who pay the price.

It’s law-abiding Americans—denied their rights, delayed for days, or trapped in a system that can’t even keep track of convicted felons.

What Comes Next

The gun confiscation lobby will respond to this failure the same way they always do:

By demanding more control.
More databases.
More power.

Not accountability.
Not reform.

More control.

That’s why Texas Gun Rights is fighting to stop these policies before they expand any further.

Because a right that depends on a government database…isn’t a right at all.

Chip in to Texas Gun Rights to help us fight back against this failed system and defend your Second Amendment rights.

The Republican Senate runoff between Attorney General Ken Paxton and Senator John Cornyn is quickly turning into a political nightmare for the establishment.

After dumping an estimated $100 million trying to avoid a runoff, Cornyn still couldn’t close the deal—limping into a virtual tie with Paxton.

Now, heading into a low-turnout runoff that historically favors more conservative, more motivated voters, the momentum is clearly on Paxton’s side.

Even Trump May Not Save Cornyn

For weeks, Cornyn allies have clung to one last hope: a Trump endorsement.

But even that may not be enough.

Because this race isn’t just about personalities.

It’s about record.

And Cornyn’s record is clear.

From backing Biden’s Bipartisan Safer Communities Act to expanding red flag-style programs, Cornyn has repeatedly sided with the gun confiscation agenda—leaving a trail of broken trust with Texas gun owners.

Money and Momentum Slipping

Behind the scenes, there are growing signs Cornyn’s biggest advantage—money—may not hold.

After spending massive sums just to force a runoff, donors are now asking:

Is Cornyn worth another investment?

Without that financial edge, his path forward becomes even narrower.

The “Electability” Argument Falls Apart

For months, Cornyn has told voters they need him to win in November.

But now even left-leaning polls claim Democrat James Talarico is leading both Cornyn and Paxton in hypothetical matchups—undercutting Cornyn’s core argument.

Texas Gun Rights isn’t buying it.

“These are the same types of polls we’ve seen before,” said Chris McNutt, President of Texas Gun Rights. “They’re designed to shape narratives, not reflect reality.”

The Truth About Talarico

Talarico is being sold as a moderate.

But his record tells a different story.

From opposing Constitutional Carry to backing universal background checks and red flag laws, Talarico is far more radical than Beto O’Rourke ever was.

The difference?

Beto said it out loud on a national stage.

Talarico hasn’t had to—yet.

But that’s about to change.

Because Texas Gun Rights is making one thing clear:

They plan to expose Talarico—and every gun grabber on the ballot—before November. And voters aren’t yet aware of the treasure trove of bad policy positions from Talarico’s time in the Texas House.

What Happens Next

As the runoff approaches, the lines are being drawn.

On one side: a grassroots-backed candidate with momentum

On the other: an entrenched incumbent with a record gun owners haven’t forgotten

Because in a runoff election driven by conviction—not complacency—
records matter.

And Cornyn’s record is catching up with him.

Help Texas Gun Rights expose the gun confiscation agenda and hold politicians accountable—chip in now to fuel the fight.

Virginia Democrats just rammed through one of the most sweeping gun bans in the country.

And if Texas gun owners don’t pay attention, it could be a preview of what’s coming next.

The Virginia General Assembly passed Senate Bill 749, legislation that bans the future sale, transfer, and manufacture of many semi-automatic firearms the gun confiscation cartel labels “assault firearms.”

The bill also bans magazines holding more than 15 rounds of ammunition, targeting the very firearms millions of Americans own for self-defense.

Gun rights advocates warn the legislation goes far beyond so-called “assault rifles,” sweeping in many semi-automatic rifles, pistols, and shotguns depending on their features.

In other words, the kind of firearms ordinary Americans own every day.

For gun owners in Texas, the lesson is simple.

This is exactly what happens when Democrats seize political power.

The Warning for Texas

For years, Virginia was considered a reliably pro-Second Amendment state.

Then political control shifted.

Once Democrats gained power, they wasted no time advancing the gun confiscation agenda — passing sweeping restrictions that would have been unthinkable just a few years earlier.

Texas Gun Rights President Chris McNutt says gun owners in Texas should take notice.

“Virginia is a flashing red warning sign for Texas gun owners,” McNutt said. “When the gun confiscation cartel takes power, they don’t compromise — they move immediately to strip Americans of their rights.”

The warning comes as Texas Democrats rally behind U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico, whose record includes supporting gun restrictions like universal background checks, red-flag gun confiscation laws, and opposing Constitutional Carry.

Gun rights activists say that agenda looks eerily similar to the policies Democrats are now advancing in states like Virginia.

“If gun owners stay home this November and Texas flips blue, this is exactly the kind of legislation they’ll try to pass here,” McNutt said.

A Warning for Republican Leadership

But the Virginia gun ban should also send a message to Republican leadership in Texas.

For years, some establishment Republicans have tried to play nice with Democrats — hoping the favor might be returned someday.

Virginia proves that strategy is a fantasy.

When Democrats gain power, they don’t negotiate.

They ram their agenda through as fast as possible.

Gun rights activists say the contrast reveals a troubling reality in American politics.

While Democrats aggressively use political power to advance their agenda, establishment Republicans are often hesitant to do the same.

“Democrats never hesitate to use the power voters give them,” McNutt said. “The question for Republicans is whether they’re willing to fight just as hard to defend the Constitution.”

The Stakes in November

With Texas elections approaching, Texas Gun Rights says the stakes couldn’t be clearer.

If Texas remains a pro-gun state, it will be because gun owners show up and vote.

If they don’t, activists warn, the same political shift that transformed Virginia could eventually happen here.

And if that happens, Texans may soon find themselves facing the same gun confiscation agenda that just swept through Richmond.

Chip in to Texas Gun Rights today to help expose the gun confiscation agenda and keep Texas from becoming the next Virginia.