2A News “It Could Never Happen Here” — Until It Did Zion Patriot, May 7, 2025May 8, 2025 For years, critics of the Second Amendment have dismissed concerns about government overreach as paranoid or outdated. “The U.S. government would never become tyrannical,” they say. “You don’t need an AR-15 to defend your rights.” To that, I respond with one word: COVID. What we witnessed between 2020 and 2022…
It’s Not What You Know, But Who Zion Patriot, December 3, 2024December 3, 2024 After months of Joe Biden stating that he would not pardon his son, Hunter Biden, he has now done just that. The recent pardon raises several important issues about fairness and consistency. This move is somewhat surprising—to those on the left. Meanwhile, people on the right are only surprised that…
Is The AR-15 a “Weapon of War”? Zion Patriot, October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 The AR-15 has been at the center of national debates on gun control, often labeled a “weapon of war” by critics. However, much of this rhetoric overlooks the true history and purpose of the AR-15. In this article, we’ll explore the origins of the AR-15, its civilian role, and how…
Top 10 Reasons to Own an AR-15 Zion Patriot, September 25, 2024September 25, 2024 10. Versatility for Different Uses The AR-15 is an incredibly versatile rifle. It can be adapted for home defense, target shooting, hunting, and even competitive shooting. Few firearms offer such a wide range of configurations to meet different needs, making it a top choice for gun owners who want one…
AR-15: Weapon of War or Useless? Zion Patriot, September 25, 2024September 25, 2024 Joe Biden has said on multiple occasions that the AR-15 is useless against the government. He famously said, “If you want to take on the Government you don’t need an AR-15, you need an F-15”. First of all, where can I get my F-15? However, the gun control lobby, the…
Democrat Congresswoman, Sheila Jackson Lee Passes Away Zion Patriot, July 22, 2024July 22, 2024 In other political news that has an impact on gun rights, the Texas Congresswoman, Sheila Jackson Lee passed away over the weekend. She was 74 years old, and while the cause of death has not been disclosed, she had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this past June. While we disagreed…
SCOTUS Skips AR and Mag Ban Case (for now) Zion Patriot, July 3, 2024July 3, 2024 There has been a lot of hoopla over the 8 to 1 decision to not take up the Illinois and other state AR gun and mag bans. On the surface this may seem like a bad decision. However, this is more of a procedural decision than an outright failure to…
Bumpstock Ban Overturned by Supreme Court Zion Patriot, June 14, 2024 In a 6 to 3 decision, the Supreme court has overturned the bumpstock ban enacted by the ATF following the Las Vegas shooting. The Supreme Court not only overturned this ban, but gave the ATF a beatdown for changing their position on bump stocks when the agency “exceeded its statutory…
2A News ATF Pistol Brace Rule VACATED Zion Patriot, June 13, 2024 The 5th circuit court has vacated the ATF’s rule treating pistols equipped with stabilizing braces as short-barreled rifles; granting relief not only for the named plaintiffs involved in the litigation, but for every gun owner across the country who owns a brace. I still don’t understand how paying a $200…
Gun Control Australia Mass Stabbing Zion Patriot, April 16, 2024April 19, 2024 On April 13, 2024 a man went on a stabbing spree in the Westfield Bondi Junction shopping center. The mass stabber killed 6 people and injured 12 more. The crisis ended when a police officer with a gun shot and killed the perpetrator. At this time no motive is known…