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Politics · United StatesOhio Republicans Expand Gun Rights for Silencers, Short-Barreled Rifles
Ohio Republicans have passed legislation to expand legal rights for possessing gun silencers and short-barreled rifles and shotguns. The bill removes the requirement for federal registration, a move opposed by Democrats who argue it will increase gun violence.
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PoliticsSupreme Court to Hear Challenge to Canada's Firearm Ban
Canada's Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on the validity of a federal ban on more than 2,500 firearm models. Opponents argue the ban was not properly considered for hunting and sporting use, while the government cites public safety concerns.
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Politics · United StatesMan arrested near White House with weapons, allegedly threatened Trump
A Venezuelan national was arrested near the White House with multiple firearms in a stolen vehicle. He allegedly told officers he heard voices instructing him to kill President Donald Trump. The incident highlights growing security concerns.
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Politics · United StatesSandy Hook families ask Supreme Court to uphold rifle bans
Relatives of Sandy Hook victims have urged the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold state and local bans on AR-15-style rifles. They cited the high death toll and severe injuries these weapons can cause, referencing the 2012 school shooting. Gun rights advocates argue such bans violate the Second Amendment.
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Politics · Asia-PacificNSW gun buyback: Dealers unaware of government guidance
Firearms dealers in New South Wales are preparing for the state's gun buyback program, scheduled to begin on November 2, 2026, but say they have received no official guidance from the government on how it will operate.
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PoliticsFBI disclosure on Jesse Van Rootselaar fuels Canadian SKS rifle ban calls
The FBI disclosed that Jesse Van Rootselaar, the Tumbler Ridge mass‑shooter, intended to use an SKS rifle. Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said naming the weapons would be irresponsible. The attack killed eight people, six of them children, and a 41‑page complaint was filed in Seattle, sparking renewed calls to ban the SKS in Canada.
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PoliticsPM Carney to consider firearms panel advice on SKS rifle
Prime Minister Mark Carney stated the federal government will consider advice from an arm's-length panel on firearms classification before making decisions on the SKS rifle. This follows an FBI complaint detailing the Tumbler Ridge shooter's discussion of using the weapon.
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PoliticsRCMP won't release Tumbler Ridge shooting gun details due to probe
RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme stated that details about firearms used in the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting will not be released because the investigation is ongoing. This decision comes after gun control advocacy groups, including PolySeSouvient, requested the information.
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PoliticsDOJ legal opinion finds handgun sales ban for 18-20 year olds unconstitutional
A new legal opinion from the Justice Department states that a federal law prohibiting licensed dealers from selling handguns to individuals aged 18-20 is unconstitutional. The opinion suggests federal prosecutors may stop pursuing felony charges against dealers selling to this age group, though it is not legally binding.
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PoliticsGun control group seeks details on firearms used in Tumbler Ridge shooting
Seven months after the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting, a gun control advocacy group is calling for transparency from the RCMP regarding the firearms used. PolySeSouvient has written to the commissioner requesting specific details about the weapons involved.
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PoliticsDawson College shooting survivors urge PM Carney to strengthen gun laws
Nearly 20 years after the Dawson College shooting, families and survivors are calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney to fulfil commitments on gun control. They have released an open letter urging action on assault-style firearms, magazine capacity, and handgun exemptions.
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Politics · United StatesAppeals court dismisses ghost gun rule lawsuit
A federal appeals court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by California and the Giffords advocacy group challenging a Biden administration rule on ghost guns. The court ruled that the plaintiffs did not sufficiently demonstrate harm from the regulation, deeming alleged damages speculative.
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Politics · United StatesNew York faces lawsuit over ban on Glock-style handguns
A coalition of Second Amendment organisations has sued New York over its prohibition of Glock-style handguns, arguing the measure breaches constitutional protections. The case joins a series of legal challenges to state gun-control statutes across the US.
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Politics · United StatesTexas court ruling deregulates silencers and short-barrelled firearms after Justice Department misses deadline
A Texas federal judge’s ruling striking down federal regulations on firearm suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and shotguns took effect after the U.S. Justice Department did not file an appeal by the court-imposed deadline. The decision removes restrictions for qualifying owners.
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