Notes from the Resistance...
Anybody see anything in there about the Constitutional Militia, or the right of the people to keep and bear arms? Will there ever be a time to activate “the Militia of the several States”? Before it’s too late and some of us just say the hell with it and activate ourselves out of raw survival instinct…? [More]There's an action item in here for a "pro-gun" president who actually means what he says about the Second Amendment. Or is "the security of a free State" not "critical" and "essential"?
This medal is awarded neither casually nor widely. But it’s an honor you truly deserve, and I am proud to present it to you.And it'll only cost me $250!
Nobody forced us to outsource the production of essential medical supplies to China. Our leaders did that and they did it on purpose. They don't want to talk about it now at all, but they did it, and it was a crime. When the country is well enough to function normally, we're going to have to change that immediately for our own sake and for the sake of our children. We need to move essential manufacturing back to the United States. It's crazy not to. *We also need to determine whose political palms got greased. And I'd also say, from experience, that Democrat/union demands played a big part in the decisions to move operations out of the country.
California governor warns he has 'ability' to 'do martial law' [More]Let's see, 23,000 in the CA National Guard...
Celebrities get virus tests, raising concerns of inequality [More]Yes, but we need them to lecture us.
Economic Meltdown? Mass Unemployment? Solution: More Immigration! [More]I suppose this is as good a solution for dealing with the National Pork Producers Council as any...
Americans know how to rally against an enemy. [More]It's just figuring out who that enemy is that's the sticking point.
That’s part of a pattern in which governments are slashing many old regulations that they realize get in the way of crisis response and complicate the lives of ordinary citizens trying to work and shop under difficult conditions. [More]Have you got a 27b/6?
‘I’m an essential business’: Gun shops in Pa. packed ahead of coronavirus closures [More]I have a related piece on the Bay Area business closures sitting in the "pending release" queue over at AmmoLand.
COVID-19 Data Study: Ammunition Sales Continue to Soar in Response to Coronavirus Panic [More]Gee, people must really overwhelmingly support "gun control," just like the Astroturfers claim.
Analysis Of The Covid-19 Pandemic [More]And the guard rails to keep from plummeting off the edge look none too substantial...
SPLC Releases Fear-Mongering 'Hate Map' Amid Coronavirus Outbreak [More]Well, yes. What else would we expect an enemy to do but make things worse in bad times?
Never been delayed before and I just got delayed until April 15th is this because of covid 19 or something else [More]I speculated on that possibility:
We see that the Trump administration in general and the Department of Justice in particular “reportedly has been preparing a plan that would let hundreds of thousands of federal employees work remotely.” It’s legitimate to ask if that will affect the folks responsible for NICS approvals and if the three business day approval rule would still apply if it does.But this is the first I've seen of anyone claiming it's happening.
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EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY ATF/FBI NICS background check if you get delayed on a purchase it is now a 3 WEEK DELAY!!!!!! This is not us it is a new mandate from NICS edited to add "or the state of Kansas" not sure who.[Via evverest]
“'As the FBI’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Section works through the impact of the COVID-19 operationally, we are working to maintain our services. We are aware that states may be considering options to protect the health and safety of their employees, which may include a reduction in office availability or even closure to some offices,' the FBI office said in a statement."[Via Andy M]
Coronavirus: Some Ohio Sheriffs suspending Concealed Handgun License applications and renewalsWill they suspend arresting us for noncompliance?
Not only is the ISP overwhelmed, so is the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS).[Via Jeffersonian]
We have been notified by ATF/FBI that any background check that comes back delayed is no longer a 3 day wait but instead will be a possible 28 day wait. If you have a handgun license or are immediately approved then this will not apply. Here is what they sent out:
NICS Experiences Unprecedented Volume IncreaseFFLs Must Consider Closures, Reduced Staff Effects on Three Business Day DelaysAs our nation continues to navigate its response to the COVID-19, we recognize the firearm industry, like many other industries, is being impacted. NSSF® is aware of delays within the FBI’s National Instant Criminal Background Check (NICS) System. We want you to know the FBI is on the job and working diligently to address the dramatic response and increase in background checks experienced over the past few days. Just yesterday, Monday, March 16, 2020, the NICS staff experienced over a 300% increase compared to this same time period in 2019. As we’ve seen in the past with other national events, our citizens often seek to exercise their Second Amendment rights during times of uncertainty. Therefore transparent communication remains a top priority.[Via Ed Stone]
According to NICS, there are delays in the system due to an astronomical volume of transactions over the last several days. While much of the NICS System is automated and yields an immediate “proceed” or “deny” determination, transactions that result in a delayed status require the work of NICS examiners to investigate whether the transaction should be approved or not. With daily volumes roughly double that of last year, the NICS team is unable to begin investigations on all delays within three business days, creating a backlog in the delayed checks.
Some states offices and agencies are considering options to protect the health and safety of their employees, which may include a reduction in staff or a temporary closure. If you operate in one of these areas and if you receive a delayed response from the NICS, please note the Brady transfer date provided to you by the FBI could be extended beyond the normal three business days. The three business day timeframe does not begin until relevant state offices are open for business. Additionally, because of the dramatic increase in volume, it is important to recognize FBI staff may not be able to begin their research on delayed transactions as they normally would. Therefore, you may want to consider waiting on a definitive response from the NICS before opting to proceed with a sale on any delayed transaction. We are operating during exceptional and uncertain times, so you may wish to consider implementing temporary changes in order to safeguard yourself and your business. However, please note that when state offices are closed it does not constitute a “business day” for purposes of calculating the “three business days” period before an FFL may transfer a firearm to a non-licensee as mandated by the Brady Act.
The NICS Section is working overtime to get through the backlog and we appreciate their hard work and open communication. NSSF will continue to communicate with NICS and our members to ensure operations move forward as smoothly as possible during this period.
In a nutshell: there is no legal way that Governor Gordon or any other government official at the state, county or municipal level can take any action that would curtail your right to own, carry, transport or use a firearm after an emergency declaration. [More]Noting "the supreme Law of the Land," there is no legal way any governor anywhere can infringe on the right of the people to keep and bear arms.
