Author Jacki Billings, Editor
Jacki Billings delved into the world of guns while working towards 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 sharing what works (and what doesn’t) with readers.
Weekly Wrap: Lawmakers Intro Bill Requiring Gov-Issued Permits to Own Guns
Lawmakers want to require permits to own guns in the U.S., IL outlaws "ghost guns," and senators fire off letter to FTC over gun marketing to minors. (Read)
Gain Concealed Carry Confidence…From Home
We have some tips to perfect your concealed carry and gain confidence in the process...all from the comfort of your home. Come check it out! (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Judges Strike Down CA Under 21 Rifle Ban & TX Company Goes After DoJ
CA court strikes down rifle ban on those under 21 years of age and a Texas company takes on the DoJ's 80% ruling. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: ATF Gets New Interim Director & Winchester, FLIR Secure Army Contracts
Biden appoints a new Interim Director to the ATF, Winchester and FLIR win Army contracts, and a drone loaded with guns lands in Canada. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: ATF Final Rule In Effect Aug 2022 & Video Released in Baldwin “Rust” Shooting
The ATF published its Final Rule on frames & receivers and newly released video shows the moments leading up to the shooting on the "Rust" set. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Sig Wins $20M Army Contract & Senators to Block Biden 80% Rule
Sig Sauer will provide the Next Gen Squad Weapon for the U.S. Army and a handful of senators look to block Biden's 80% receiver ruling in Congress. (Read)
Suppressor Wait Times as Short as 2 Days with ATF eForms
In an exclusive, Silencer Shop tells Pew Pew Tactical that their fastest expedited approval for an NFA tax stamp occurred in two days under the ATF’s new eForm system. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: 22 AGs Petition Supreme Court Over Bump Stocks, ATN Sends Optics to Ukraine
Over 20 attorneys general petition the Supreme Court over the ATF's bump stock rule, a gun-smuggling ring gets busted, and ATN sends gear to Ukraine. (Read)
Biden Announces More Executive Actions, Final Rule on 80% Kits
The Biden Administration announced the ATF's Final Rule on 80% kits and receivers, alongside more Executive Actions. We have the full breakdown here. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Biden on the Hunt for ATF Director & KY Attorneys May Soon CCW in Court
Biden looks for a new ATF Director nominee, KY attorneys may soon carry guns in court, and MyCustomGun offers 3D gun building for custom parts and guns. (Read)
10 Best Handguns for Women [All Sizes & Calibers]
The ladies of Pew Pew Tactical have compiled a list of the best handguns for fellow lady shooters. Spoiler alert, no pink guns! (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Arizona Looks to End Sales Tax on Guns & Military Inks Deals With Ammo, Gun Makers
Arizona might end sales tax on guns and other gun gear while the military works out deals with Olin-Winchester and Daniel Defense...among other stories! (Read)
Weekly Wrap: ATF Cracks Down on Suppressors, Sig Launches P322
The ATF targets solvent trap kit suppressors, Sig Sauer intros a new .22 LR pistol, and South Dakota says goodbye to CCW permit fees. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Beretta Buys Ammotec & Federal Judge Strikes Down Stun Gun Ban
Beretta buys ammo maker RUAG Ammotec, a federal judge strikes down the final statewide stun gun ban, and two states welcome Constitutional Carry. (Read)
