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Supreme Court to Decide if Assault Weapons Bans Are Legal
The Supreme Court announced it will hear challenges to so-called “assault weapons bans” this fall, deciding the fate of AR-15s and similar guns.
Jacki Billings delved into the world of guns while earning her black belt in Yongmudo. Armed with a degree in journalism, she’s penned thousands of articles for the gun industry. She’s passionate about self-defense and first aid and sharing what works (and what doesn’t) with readers. Jacki currently serves as Pew Pew Tactical's Editor-in-Chief directing coverage and managing the content and video teams as well as fact checking all articles.
Experience
- NRA Refuse to Be a Victim Instructor
- NRA Pistol Instructor
- Concealed Carry Handgun Instructor
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support & CPR/First Aid Instructor
- Yongmudo 1st Dan Black Belt
- Written over 2,000 articles for various publications (Pew Pew Tactical, Guns.com, Shooting Sports USA, Concealed Carry Magazine, Recoil, ConcealedCarry.com)
Education
- 2007-2008: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, B.A. Mass Communications, Minor Sociology
- 2004-2006: Tennessee Technological University, Journalism
Professional Organizations
- Professional Outdoor Media Association: Voting Member
- National Shooting Sports Foundation: Media Member
- Society of Professional Journalists
- ACES: The Society for Editing
- National Press Photographers Association
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NewsSuppressors on Chopping Block? Representative Proposes Suppressor Ban
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NewsATF Rule Changes [2026]: What Gun Owners Need to Know
We walk you through the sweeping proposals and Final Rules the ATF announced that could have massive implications for gun owners and FFLs.
NewsUPDATE: Maryland Slapped With Lawsuit Over Glock Ban
The state of Maryland is facing a federal lawsuit after Gov. Wes Moore signed the Glock Ban into law, prompting gun rights groups to challenge it.
FunApril Fool's: Gray Man Garments Launches APEX Predator-1 Tactical Blazer
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NewsSuppressor Boom: How the $0 Tax Fee Is Reshaping the Market
The $0 tax stamp fee changed more than suppressor prices — it changed who's buying. Here's what manufacturers say about demand and what to expect in 2026.
NewsUPDATE: Virginia Gov Signs Assault Weapons Ban Into Law
Virginia Gov signs assault weapons ban into law and is immediately hit with a federal lawsuit challenging the ban. We have all the details.
NewsCan You Buy a Machine Gun in West Virginia? New Bill Says Yes
Forget the gun store. West Virginia wants to be your machine gun dealer. Come see the new bill that wants to put machine guns in civilian hands.