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This show offers commentary on the latest firearms industry news, information and buzz.  I’m your host Matthew Larosiere and I’m here with my co-host Shawn Herrin.https://www.youtube.com/embed/9u937pKIxVE?wmode=opaque&enablejsapi=1

FLORIDA PROFESSOR: FDA SHOULD REGULATE FIREARMS

Lars Noah, a University of Florida law professor is arguing that the FDA’s authority over devices that can “affect the structure or function of the body” ought be used to limit the manufacture of firearms. This is an aggressive re-interpretation of “devices,” usually covering things like pacemakers.

MANCHIN MAY BE THE LAST THING STOPPING FEDERAL GUN CONTROL

Citing his previous promise not to vote to end the filibuster or pack the courts, GOA are arguing that it’s up to Joe Manchin to prevent gun control from going forward.

ARFCOM’S OWNER RESPONDS TO BIG TECH’S TAKEDOWN

GoDaddy told AR15.com wonders that the site was being taken down for “promoting and encouraging violence.” 

GARY FARMER PUSHING SEMI-AUTO BAN IN FLORIDA

After the failure to get an assault weapon ban on the ballot, Florida grabbers haven’t given up. Gary Farmer, Florida state senator, has introduced SB370, styled after the Clinton-era assault weapon ban.

VICTORIES AGAINST KNIFE CONTROL

Sometimes it’s important to remember firearms aren’t the only type of arms we’re entitled to keep and bear. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Ohio’s knife reform bill, SB140, getting rid of the state’s ban on switchblade and gravity knives, as well as getting rid of the prohibition on carrying various knives in the state. In New Hampshire as well, saw a bill strengthening its knife law preemption signed.

LYFT DRIVER FIRED FOR USING GUN IN ATTEMPTED CARJACKING

A female lyft driver picked up a pair of young men who requested a ride to a sports facility. As she approached the destination, she became concerned as it appeared closed. That’s when they began attacking her. She fought back, grabbing her gun and firing. What could further insult to this injury? Firing her.

GRABBERS PANICKEDLY REFER TO STAND YOUR GROUND LAW AS “HOMICIDE-ENCOURAGEMENT BILL”

In a typical display, after the Arkansas senate approved a stand-your-ground law, state media referred to it as a “shoot-first” law and a “homicide-encouragement” bill.

UC DAVIS CONCERNED ABOUT DIVERSE NEW GUN OWNERS KEEPING USEFUL ARMS

Surprising to noone but themselves, UC Davis researchers are linking gun purchases to the current pandemic. They’re also seemingly concerned that new gun buyers are so diverse, and that many people are storing their guns “unsecured.”0 LikesShare