Abbott: Texans can carry guns at protests 'responsibly'
Gov. Greg Abbott reasserted that Texans have a constitutional right to carry guns at protests Thursday, seemingly pushing against fellow Republicans who have said protesters should not have weapons at events.
Gov. Greg Abbott reasserted that Texans have a constitutional right to carry guns at protests Thursday, seemingly pushing against fellow Republicans who have said protesters should not have weapons at events.
NRA Minnesota statements: Calls out ‘dangerous and wrong’ sentiment
The NRA called out a “dangerous and wrong" sentiment in response to the latest deadly shooting in Minneapolis, warning against making generalizations and “demonizing law-abiding citizens." Here’s what they said.
The NRA called out a “dangerous and wrong" sentiment in response to the latest deadly shooting in Minneapolis, warning against making generalizations and “demonizing law-abiding citizens." Here’s what they said.
30 handguns seized from truck spare tire at Texas border crossing
Texas Department of Public Safety special agents seized 30 handguns and dozens of accessories destined for Mexico that were concealed in a spare tire during an inspection at the Anzalduas Port of Entry, leading to the arrest of two individuals.
Texas Department of Public Safety special agents seized 30 handguns and dozens of accessories destined for Mexico that were concealed in a spare tire during an inspection at the Anzalduas Port of Entry, leading to the arrest of two individuals.
Father and son charged with trafficking 75+ firearms purchased at Texas Gun Show
Federal authorities have charged a man and his son with illegally trafficking over 75 firearms and large amounts of ammunition allegedly purchased with cash at Texas gun shows.
Federal authorities have charged a man and his son with illegally trafficking over 75 firearms and large amounts of ammunition allegedly purchased with cash at Texas gun shows.
Harris County Deputy fired after brandishing firearm
A Harris County Precinct 1 deputy was terminated after an internal investigation determined she violated policy by pointing her gun at a civilian while off-duty but in uniform.
A Harris County Precinct 1 deputy was terminated after an internal investigation determined she violated policy by pointing her gun at a civilian while off-duty but in uniform.
NRA speaks out as Trump administration mulls possible trans firearms ban
Department of Justice officials are reportedly considering placing gun restrictions on trans people in the wake of Annunciation School shooting.
Department of Justice officials are reportedly considering placing gun restrictions on trans people in the wake of Annunciation School shooting.
Justice Department considers possible ban on transgender people owning guns
Several DOJ officials reportedly held meetings to discuss gun restrictions for transgender individuals since the Minneapolis school shooting last month.
Several DOJ officials reportedly held meetings to discuss gun restrictions for transgender individuals since the Minneapolis school shooting last month.
Parents of Uvalde victims sue Meta, Activision for alleged part in glorifying gun violence
Parents of the victims of the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, are suing major American companies on the allegation that they glorified guns and violence, in part leading to the deaths of 19 children.
Parents of the victims of the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas, are suing major American companies on the allegation that they glorified guns and violence, in part leading to the deaths of 19 children.
Federal judge approves Colorado law banning people under 21 from buying a gun
The ruling creates a judicial divide as other courts have recognized Second Amendment protections for 18 to 20-year-old Americans.
The ruling creates a judicial divide as other courts have recognized Second Amendment protections for 18 to 20-year-old Americans.
Convicted felons can own firearms in Texas; here's how
In Texas, a convicted felon can legally own a firearm - with some restrictions. Here's what you need to know.
In Texas, a convicted felon can legally own a firearm - with some restrictions. Here's what you need to know.
Texas House passes bill to legalize short-barrel firearms
"Sawed-off" shotguns may soon be legal in Texas after the House passed a bill that expands the types of firearms legally allowed in the state.
"Sawed-off" shotguns may soon be legal in Texas after the House passed a bill that expands the types of firearms legally allowed in the state.
Kyle Rittenhouse testifies at Texas Capitol in support of anti-red flag bill
Kyle Rittenhouse is calling on Texas lawmakers to pass Senate Bill 1362, or the Anti-Red Flag Act.
Kyle Rittenhouse is calling on Texas lawmakers to pass Senate Bill 1362, or the Anti-Red Flag Act.
FBI Director Kash Patel to take over ATF, reports say
FBI Director Kash Patel is expected to be sworn in as acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in what would be an unusual arrangement.
FBI Director Kash Patel is expected to be sworn in as acting head of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in what would be an unusual arrangement.
Here's how US gun ownership has evolved over the past decade, new Gallup poll shows
The number of gun owners in the United States has remained largely unchanged, but the demographics of gun ownership have evolved.
The number of gun owners in the United States has remained largely unchanged, but the demographics of gun ownership have evolved.
Poll: Most Americans still support stricter gun laws, assault weapons ban
While most Americans agree that there needs to be tougher gun laws and a ban on assault weapons, opinions were split on outlawing guns in the nation based on findings in a recent poll.
While most Americans agree that there needs to be tougher gun laws and a ban on assault weapons, opinions were split on outlawing guns in the nation based on findings in a recent poll.
Appeals court denies attempt to block State Fair of Texas gun ban
An appeals court has denied a motion by Attorney General Ken Paxton to block a gun ban at this year's State Fair of Texas.
An appeals court has denied a motion by Attorney General Ken Paxton to block a gun ban at this year's State Fair of Texas.
State Fair of Texas' ban on guns 'actually reduces safety', Republicans argue
There hasn't been this much heat on the State Fair since Big Tex caught on fire. In this week's Texas: The Issue Is the FOX Texas Trio discusses the fair's new gun ban and push by Republican lawmakers to overturn it.
There hasn't been this much heat on the State Fair since Big Tex caught on fire. In this week's Texas: The Issue Is the FOX Texas Trio discusses the fair's new gun ban and push by Republican lawmakers to overturn it.
Texas lawmakers urge State Fair of Texas to reverse gun ban
About 70 state lawmakers signed a letter claiming the State Fair of Texas' new policy banning guns will make the fair more dangerous.
About 70 state lawmakers signed a letter claiming the State Fair of Texas' new policy banning guns will make the fair more dangerous.
Surgeon general declares gun violence in US a public health crisis
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued the advisory Tuesday outlining the "urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."
Firearm thefts from vehicles triple over the past decade, data shows
Firearm thefts from vehicles in the U.S. have tripled over the past decade, becoming the primary source of stolen guns, with many ending up at crime scenes or used in violent crimes.
Firearm thefts from vehicles in the U.S. have tripled over the past decade, becoming the primary source of stolen guns, with many ending up at crime scenes or used in violent crimes.