The Second Amendment Report with Gun Owners of America

This week on The Second Amendment Report, we explore how Everyday Carry (EDC) culture is evolving beyond firearms, with gear, med kits, and practical preparedness becoming the new norm. Plus, we discuss why more gun owners are prioritizing medical training to handle emergencies safely. In legal news, we break down the major 2A win in New York with the Antonyuk case update and what it means for gun...

This week on The Second Amendment Report, we break down the current state of ATF pistol brace enforcement and what it means for everyday gun owners navigating shifting regulations. We explore how changing definitions and reclassifications create compliance challenges, the difference between accidental violations and intentional wrongdoing, and why clarity and consistency in the law are essential....

This week on The Second Amendment Report, Mike and Clint bust common Hollywood gun myths and explore the gap between movie portrayals and real-world firearms. They also discuss how new gun owners are reshaping the national conversation, why due process is a crucial issue for all rights, and what your first gun choice reveals about your priorities and mindset. Clint Morgan is a former Staff Sergean...

This week on The Second Amendment Report, Mike and Clint break down Virginia’s new gun laws and what they mean for everyday gun owners, explore why gun control debates are increasingly playing out at the state level, clarify some of the most misunderstood firearm terms in the media, and highlight the guns that became true legends—some even earning the “weapon of war” reputation. Clint Morgan is a...

This week on The Second Amendment Report, Mike and Clint break down how international conflicts can raise domestic security risks and why Americans need to be prepared. They discuss the case for national concealed carry reciprocity, practical strategies for self-reliance beyond firearms, and share their preferred personal layouts and vehicle setups for cross-country travel, including insights on t...

This week on The Second Amendment Report, we break down West Virginia’s SB 1071 and its implications for federal authority, explain why machine guns aren’t illegal but “frozen in time” under the 1986 Hughes Amendment, clarify what “weapons of war” really means versus how it’s used rhetorically, and share Mike and Clint’s personal experiences with machine guns, including favorites and wishlist mode...

This week on The Second Amendment Report, we break down why rights that require government permission aren’t truly rights, why training matters more than mandates, and how confusing gun laws trap everyday Americans. Plus, the team discusses traveling with firearms, “truck guns,” and what responsible self-defense looks like on the road. Clint Morgan is a former Staff Sergeant in the United States M...

This week on The Second Amendment Report, we discuss why national concealed carry reciprocity is essential to protect your rights across state lines. Then we’ll talk about why new gun owners often feel overwhelmed by choices and laws—and how to simplify the process. We dive into purpose-driven firearms, exploring what makes a battle rifle Clint’s favorite class of rifle. Finally, we take a closer...

This week on The Second Amendment Report, we examine the subtle ways gun rights are being restricted and what that means for everyday Americans. We discuss the rise of “permission culture” and how administrative hurdles quietly limit gun ownership. Next, we explore training mandates—are they safety measures or financial barriers for new gun owners? We also unpack selective transparency, showing ho...

This week on The Second Amendment Report, we explore how gun culture, regulation, and civil liberties are colliding from multiple directions. We start at SHOT Show, looking at where the firearms community is headed from GOALS to GEAR. Then, a viral story about a potato registered as a silencer exposes the absurdity of ATF bureaucracy. The discussion turns to how new technology quickly draws regula...

This week on The Second Amendment Report, we examine the subtle ways gun rights are being restricted and what that means for everyday Americans. We discuss the rise of “permission culture” and how administrative hurdles quietly limit gun ownership. Next, we explore training mandates—are they safety measures or financial barriers for new gun owners? We also unpack selective transparency, showing ho...