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Election 2016
For the gun group, more legislative allies than foes face highly competitive reelection fights.
National Rifle Association
Ted Nugent’s anti-Semitism has so far not led to his ouster from the gun group. But thanks to the radio host, a conservative kingmaker may be on the way out.
Politics
Belgian arms manufacturer FN Herstal produces a variety of firearms for both the military and civilian markets. But one of its models has a distinctly sordid history.
Law
A lawsuit brought by families of Sandy Hook victims tries to expose the industry strategies behind selling military-style guns to civilians.
The gun-rights organization had already followed many of the current and former GOP candidates.
The idea to expand background checks by clarifying the “engaged in the business” rule for private sellers was in development for most of the president’s second term. Did its release come too late?
Commentary
It also leaves proponents of gun regulation plenty of room to pursue their agenda.
Gun Rights
The justice didn’t just believe in an individual's right to bear arms. He also practiced it avidly.
After his recent anti-Semitic tirade, the NRA said board members speak for themselves. But for more than two decades Nugent has been one of its chief promoters.
Gun Policy
Bureau insiders dissect the downsides to the president’s action on private dealers who should be running background checks.