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Fifth Circuit Court Strikes Down Federal Handgun Sales Ban
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals shot down a federal law limiting handgun and handgun ammunition sales.
The opinion in Reese v. ATF overturns 18 U.S.C. §§ 922(b)(1) and (c)(1), which prohibits the sale of handguns and handgun ammo to any individual under the age of 21.

According to the three-judge panel, there was no precedent for a handgun ban in the founding era, and therefore, the ban is unconstitutional. In essence, the Court ruled that 18- to 21-year-olds should have the right to buy handguns from licensed dealers.
“Ultimately, the text of the Second Amendment includes eighteen-to-twenty-year-old individuals among ‘the people’ whose right to keep and bear arms is protected,” the Court said in its 29-page opinion.
“The federal government has presented scant evidence that eighteen-to-twenty-year-olds’ firearm rights during the founding-era were restricted in a similar manner to the contemporary federal handgun purchase ban […] In sum, 18 U.S.C. §§ 992(b)(1), (c)(1) and their attendant regulations are unconstitutional in light of our Nation’s historic tradition of firearm regulation.”

Reese v. ATF is a key piece of strategic litigation led by the Firearms Policy Coalition. The group said it’s committed to eliminating “immoral laws and creating a world of maximum liberty.”
“Today’s ruling is yet another critical FPC win against an immoral and unconstitutional age-based gun ban. We look forward to restoring the Second Amendment rights of all peaceable adults throughout the United States,” FPC President Brandon Combs said in a statement.
“We hope the current law will be ultimately upheld,” David Pucino, legal director for the Giffords Law Center, told NBC News.
While the federal government might appeal the ruling, the Court’s opinion represents a major victory for gun rights advocates who hope to continue to dismantle gun laws across the U.S.
Colorado Moves Forward with Sweeping Semi-Auto Gun Ban
A bill described as “the most radical ‘assault weapons’ ban in Colorado’s history” sailed through a legislative committee this week and is headed for the Colorado Senate floor.
Colorado SB 25-003 was introduced in early January by Colorado Senators Julie Gonzales (D-Denver) and Tom Sullivan (D-Centennial). The legislation targets semi-auto firearms and aims to ban the manufacture, distribution, sale, and purchase of these types of guns.

The legislation would seek to outlaw future sales of semi-auto rifles, shotguns, and gas-operated handguns with detachable mags. At the moment, it appears that the bill will not affect currently owned semi-auto firearms.
SB 25-003 was heard in the Senate’s State, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee on Wednesday and passed.
Lawmakers in favor of the bill said it simply builds upon the state’s magazine ban and will, in turn, curb so-called gun violence.

“This legislation is another in the list of policies I have worked on to develop evidence-based solutions and reduce gun violence of all types,” Sen. Sullivan said in a statement. “ The people of Colorado have mandated that we do something about the public health crisis that is gun violence, so that’s what we’re going to do.”
However, 2A proponents disagree, advocating that the bill is radical and unnecessary.
“This bill will BAN ALL semi-automatic rifles with detachable magazines, most semi-automatic shotguns, and most handguns in everyday use,” Rocky Mountain Gun Owners, a 2A advocacy group based in Colorado, posted to Facebook.
SB 25-003 is now on its way to the state Senate.
55K Attendees Swarm Las Vegas for SHOT Show 2025
The National Shooting Sports Foundation’s annual SHOT Show kicked off last week in Las Vegas, Nevada, bringing in over 54,000 attendees.
Held at The Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum, the event spanned more than 14 miles of exhibits from more than 2,580 manufacturers.

Though the industry felt noticeably pulled back, with fewer attendees than SHOT Show 2024 and arguably fewer new innovations than in previous years, the event provided industry professionals with a glimpse of what to expect in the coming year.
The NSSF said that the show, in its 47th year, represents the largest event for hunting, outdoor, and shooting sports professionals and proved to be another great year for the industry as a whole.
“The 2025 SHOT Show was a game-changer,” Chris Dolnack, NSSF Senior Vice President and Chief Customer Officer, said in a press release.

“From the groundbreaking products on display to the strong sense of community throughout the show floor, this year’s event set a new standard. It’s not just a trade show — it’s a celebration of the innovation, passion and resilience that define our industry. We’re incredibly proud of what we accomplished together this year and are already looking forward to next year.”
Beyond just an opportunity to see what’s new, the revenue generated from SHOT Show helps NSSF fund safety initiatives like Project ChildSafe and Operation Secure Store, as well as mentoring projects like +ONE.

“By attending or exhibiting at the SHOT Show, you’re not just participating in an event — you’re investing in the future of our industry, ensuring safety, access and opportunity for generations to come,” said NSSF President and CEO Joe Bartozzi.
“We are deeply grateful for the support of everyone who makes this possible.”
Pew Pew Tactical was on the ground at SHOT Show 2025, covering all the new guns and gear. You can catch up on what we saw at SHOT Show with the articles below:
- Best Guns of SHOT Show 2025
- Best Home-Defense and Concealed Carry Guns of SHOT Show 2025
- Best Gear of SHOT Show 2025
- 7 Off-the-Wall Innovations You Had to See at SHOT Show 2025
You can also see some of the new new in action on our Instagram page or YouTube Shorts!
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