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2A Newsletter: Week of September 1st

80 Percent Arms   |   Aug 31st 2023

In 2A News this week: New Jersey's playing junior detective with "microstamping" while California's still playing the stern parent on gun control. The National Archives just gave us a Biden plot twist worthy of a Netflix special and California's Governor Newsom is fermenting a 28th Amendment like it's his next vintage wine.
Keep reading to catch all the details!

New Jersey's Misguided Push for Ineffective Microstamping Technology

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In a concerning move for Second Amendment advocates, New Jersey's Attorney General, Matthew Platkin, has declared that all semi-automatic firearms sold in the state will soon be mandated to incorporate the controversial "microstamping" technology. This technology, which imprints a unique serial number on shell casings, is being touted as a tool for investigators to trace casings back to specific firearms. This comes on the heels of a package of gun control legislation passed by the New Jersey legislature in July 2022, seemingly in defiance of a pro-Second Amendment Supreme Court ruling. While the law doesn't outright ban guns without this feature, it forces firearm retailers to sell only those equipped with this questionable technology.

However, the practicality and effectiveness of microstamping are highly debatable. It's limited in scope, applying only to semi-automatic firearms and completely overlooking revolvers. Moreover, the technology is easily circumvented; criminals can simply modify the stamp or change the firing pin. An independent study has already underscored the unreliability of microstamping, with many imprints turning out illegible. There's also a genuine concern about the potential misuse of collected casings to mislead investigations, jeopardizing innocent citizens. It's worth noting that Maryland, after a futile 15-year experiment with microstamping that cost taxpayers $5 million, abandoned the initiative without a single case being solved through the technology.

This push for microstamping in New Jersey is emblematic of the broader, often misguided efforts to curtail Second Amendment rights under the guise of public safety. Rather than imposing ineffective and burdensome regulations on law-abiding gun owners, the focus should be on measures that genuinely enhance public safety without infringing on constitutional rights.

California's Overreach on Second Amendment Rights Continues

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California Attorney General Rob Bonta, joined forces with a coalition of 18 attorneys general, and recently filed a brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, backing a district court's decision to uphold Delaware's restrictive gun laws. These laws prohibit the possession, sale, or transfer of certain so-called "assault weapons" and large capacity magazines (LCMs) that hold more than 17 rounds. Bonta's stance, echoing California's own stringent gun laws, is a clear indication of the state's continued efforts to infringe on the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens.

Bonta's assertion that "weapons of war" don't belong on our streets and aren't protected by the Second Amendment is a gross oversimplification. While he cites tragic incidents involving firearms, he fails to acknowledge the countless instances where firearms have been used by citizens for self-defense. Furthermore, the term "assault weapon" is often misused and misunderstood, with the state of California banning certain firearms based on cosmetic features, such as a pistol grip or flash suppressor, rather than their actual function or capability.

The challenge to Delaware's law was initiated by the Delaware State Sportsman’s Association, which rightly questions the constitutionality of such restrictions. The district court's refusal to grant a preliminary injunction against the law is concerning for proponents of the Second Amendment. The brief filed in the Third Circuit contains several questionable claims, including the assertion that assault weapons and LCMs aren't used for self-defense and pose a unique danger. This perspective ignores the fact that many law-abiding citizens own and responsibly use these firearms for various legitimate purposes, including self-defense.

While California and other states may have their own restrictions on firearms and accessories, it's crucial to remember that the Second Amendment was crafted to protect citizens' rights to bear arms. Bonta's efforts, whether through litigation against firearm retailers or advocating for more restrictive laws, seem more focused on limiting these rights than genuinely addressing the root causes of gun violence.

National Archives Holds Thousands of Emails Potentially Exposing Biden's Pseudonym Use

In a significant revelation, the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) has confirmed that it holds close to 5,400 emails and documents that suggest that President Biden might have used pseudonyms during his tenure as Vice President under Barack Obama. This discovery came to light in response to a Freedom of Information Act request made by the Southeastern Legal Foundation, a nonprofit constitutional legal group, in June 2022.

The pseudonyms in question, namely Robin Ware, Robert L. Peters, and JRB Ware, are believed to have been used by Biden during his vice presidency. Notably, the email address “Robert.L.Peters@pci.gov” was associated with Biden during this period. The Southeastern Legal Foundation has now taken legal action against NARA, pushing for the release of these records. The foundation alleges that these emails might contain evidence of Biden discussing government affairs with his son, Hunter Biden, and possibly others.

Kimberly Hermann, the general counsel for the Southeastern Legal Foundation, emphasized the importance of transparency, stating, "The American public deserves to know what is in them." The foundation has expressed frustration over NARA's apparent reluctance to release the emails, noting that not a single email has been shared since their acknowledgment in June 2022.

Further intensifying the scrutiny, House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has also demanded that NARA release any unredacted records showcasing Biden's use of pseudonyms. This request is part of a broader investigation into the potential involvement of the former vice president in Hunter Biden’s overseas business activities. Previous emails retrieved from Hunter's laptop have already shown that Joe Biden's daily schedule was shared with Hunter on multiple occasions in 2016.

Chairman Comer has voiced concerns over the Biden family's potential conflicts of interest, stating, "Joe Biden has stated there was ‘an absolute wall’ between his family’s foreign business schemes and his duties as Vice President, but evidence reveals that access was wide open for his family’s influence peddling." The ongoing investigation and the demand for transparency from the National Archives underscore the need for clarity and accountability at the highest levels of government.

California's Gun Control Blueprint: A Threat to National Second Amendment Rights

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In a move that has alarmed Second Amendment advocates, The California State Senate’s Committee on Public Safety has given its stamp of approval to Governor Gavin Newsom's proposal for a 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. While framed as an initiative for "common-sense gun safety measures," this proposal seems to be a strategic attempt to nationalize California's stringent gun laws, potentially imposing them on all fifty states.

The measures, which encompass universal background checks, raising the firearm purchase age to 21, instituting waiting periods for gun acquisitions, and a ban on civilian purchases of so-called "assault weapons," signify a considerable infringement on the freedoms enshrined in the Second Amendment. By pushing these measures at a national level, Newsom's intent appears clear: to transplant California's restrictive gun control landscape across the entire nation.

California's gun laws, among the strictest in the U.S., haven't necessarily led to a proportional decrease in gun-related crimes. In fact, in 2021, California had the second-highest death rate caused by firearms. Instead of curbing violence, these laws have often placed undue burdens on law-abiding gun owners. The proposed measures, if adopted nationally, could similarly impede citizens across the country from exercising their constitutional rights.

The call for an Article V Convention to enact this amendment is a radical step. If realized, it could set a concerning precedent for the potential modification of other foundational rights in the Constitution. With California leading this initiative, Second Amendment supporters nationwide have reason to be wary.

In essence, Newsom's push for a 28th Amendment isn't merely about introducing a handful of "common-sense" regulations. It's a bid to reshape America's gun rights landscape, using California as the model. For those who cherish the Second Amendment and the liberties it ensures, this development underscores the importance of staying informed and engaged.

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