Police chase ends with state trooper in handcuffs after stop sticks deployed – Officers pursued Indiana State Police bomb squad truck responding to emergency call [More] Just an off-the-cuff remark: This whole category started with a brag about being the only one professional enough… [Via Michael G]

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To Themselves and Their Posterity

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-24T16:00:04Z

Senator Chris Murphy: “The people we care about most, the undocumented migrants” [More] Obviously. [Via Michael G]

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Waist Deep in the Big Muddy

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-24T15:52:43Z

Prof. John Mearsheimer : No Way for Trump to Win [Watch] A lefty Pete Seeger song comes to mind. Alluded to in the conversation between Judge Nap and the professor is a concern I’ve had from Day One– that the Iranian masses don’t have the will and the wherewithal to replace their regime, thinking we … Continue reading "Waist Deep in the Big Muddy"

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ZEISS has announced plans to spin off its Hunting & Nature business into a new independent company. The agreement will see German investment firm palero become the sole owner of the new entity. Under the deal, ZEISS will license its brand to the company, allowing the business to continue operating under the ZEISS name within the hunting, nature observation, and birding markets. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026, pending regulatory approvals and completion of the spin-off process.

The Book of Atlas

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-24T14:30:49Z

A groundbreaking cinematic journey inspired by crypto and created entirely with artificial intelligence. Own your ticket as an NFT. Watch the premiere. Become a part of the legend. ◆ Premiere — April 19, 2026 · 4PM PST / 7PM EST [More] I’ve been following and promoting Jordan Page for a long time because I find … Continue reading "The Book of Atlas"

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3/23/26 ABC News:
"Quadruple amputee cornhole champion facing murder charges in fatal shooting"
He is a corn hole champion as well. Both of three seem implausible if not impossible. 
"Dayton James Webber, 27, is accused of fatally shooting the front seat passenger of his vehicle during an argument in La Plata, Maryland, on Sunday and then fleeing to Virginia, according to the Charles County Sheriff's Office."
How do you drive a car without limbs? Mouth controls?

Inadequacy 101

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-24T14:08:09Z

Inside the bill, there is a long list of restrictions on six things that may not be included in the instruction: … A DEMONSTRATION THAT INVOLVES HANDLING, OPERATING, LOADING, UNLOADING OR FIRING A FIREARM. [More] Auda abu Tayi’s question about the Ruala comes to mind. Meanwhile, over in a country that DOESN’T have a Second Amendment…

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Speaking of Text, History, and Tradition…

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-24T13:48:04Z

Celebrating 250 years: the Second Amendment and Ohio’s frontier legacy [More] “The idea of a heritage American is [NOT] about as loony as anything the woke left has actually put up,” Mr. Ramaswamy. If you don’t get that, I’m sure Mr. Putsch does.

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The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms today announced that Board of Directors member and journalist John Petrolino has filed a suit against New Jersey officials over repeat records request denials. While CCRKBA is not a party to this case, we stand by Director Petrolino as he works to increase transparency … Continue reading "Tearing Down Stone Walls in the Garden State"

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A Trigger Rock in Richmond?

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-24T13:05:29Z

Virginia Dems’ Gun Control Blitzkrieg Should be a Warning to Gun Owners Nationwide [More] It should have been a warning before the election. Who thinks the necessary coordination and participation we didn’t see at the state level will manifest itself nationwide to thwart gerrymandering? Andy M. points out that some of my critics will not … Continue reading "A Trigger Rock in Richmond?"

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Quote of the Day We have a great place for agriculture. We have the right climate and soils, but our cost of doing business is so much higher. The problem is Olympia. They just don’t understand agriculture — how we … Continue reading
A recent post by Kalashnikov.ru  shed light on the work of a young engineering student on a proposed light machine gun design. It was an interesting design recently submitted at the M. T. Kalashnikov Izhevsk State Technical University (ISTU), where the annual exchange between academic training and practical weapons development continues to produce promising concepts. The certification committee was chaired by Sergei Urzhumtsev, Chief Designer of Small Arms at Kalashnikov Concern, and included leading designers from the company. The review reflected the close cooperation between the university and the concern, a partnership that gives senior students the chance to work on real engineering tasks before graduation.
The GLOCK Gen6 platform, with its optic-ready system, reflects a thoughtful approach to how modern shooters use their firearms. Avery Skipalis breaks down the details.
After a long day of birthday celebrations, Sunday was a much-needed day of rest. I’m not as young as I used to be — but then again, who among us is?

The afternoon was sunny, with temperatures climbing into the 80s. It was not a day to be spent inside. The warm deck beckoned us. We opted for creamy iced coffee, a nod to lingering fatigue, paired with a couple of chocolate-dipped biscotti for a simple but uplifting treat.



I grabbed a Mr. Sinistro by Sinistro Cigars to light up with the cold, sweet drink. (The biscotti were gone well before I got around to lighting up.) Mr. Sinistro is a relatively new release from last year. I had the 6½ × 56 Toro on hand. The cigar features a reddish-brown Ecuadorian Habano wrapper and a Pennsylvania Broadleaf binder. The fillers are a complex mix of Olor, Piloto Cubano, and Corojo ligero from the Dominican Republic, along with Paraguayan leaf. This cigar had been resting in my humidor for five months, arriving as part of an October monthly shipment from Cigar and Pipes.

Upon lighting, the Mr. Sinistro offered notes of mild black pepper along with hints of sweet bread and honey. Smoke output remained somewhat limited throughout the session, which may have muted the flavors. A leathery, earthy backbone developed as the cigar progressed, accompanied by a dry, creamy quality.

The burn was quite wavy through the first third but evened out in the remaining portion. The ash behaved somewhat strangely throughout the smoke. While it held firm and did not easily give way when tapped, small flakes would regularly drop from the sides. In the latter half, the ash began peeling away in thin sheets, reminiscent of bark shedding from a dying tree.



The cigar is often listed as medium to full-bodied, but I would place it closer to medium-mild. Overall, I found the flavor profile somewhat bland. Combined with the mildly frustrating ash behavior, the experience left me underwhelmed. That said, this was my only sample. That is one drawback of the monthly cigar subscription format — and why I usually tend to acquire more than one example when trying something new. As with any handmade product, variability is always a factor.

The mediocre smoke aside, the afternoon itself was refreshing and uplifting. The songs of early spring arrivals filled the air, while greening grass and budding trees offered clear signs of the season’s arrival.

Cheers!


[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]

We’re the Only Ones Memephobic Enough

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-24T12:54:59Z

Michigan Sheriff Michael J. Bouchard … arrested a man who posted a meme about him and the sheriff said the man was “trying to threaten and intimidate” with the meme. He then stated the 1st Amendment makes people “feel empowered, emboldened, and safe,” so he had to teach the public a lesson. [Watch] Streisand Effect, … Continue reading "We’re the Only Ones Memephobic Enough"

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...all you do is teach the monkeys to steal.



They're going to advance to kidnapping for banana ransoms, mark my words.

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Fifteen women from across the country gathered at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) for A Girl & A Gun’s DRIFT Academy, a one-of-a-kind training experience designed to develop real-world skills, sharpen decision-making and build lasting confidence.

Meme Dump!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-03-24T11:12:00Z




Tab Clearing...

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-03-24T11:08:00Z


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Code Pink headed to Havana Cuba, of all places. In the middle of a nationwide blackout. And they aren’t staying low-budget either. They chose the priciest resorts that have rates up to $520/night. And they had buses with air conditioning and concerts too. But blackouts are for the little people, even the little people on […]

On codes, art, and coup d’état

by Ry Jones in Mindless Bit Spew on 2026-03-24T10:16:38Z

I first stayed at Hotel Telegraaf in 2024 and I was struck by the artwork on the walls.

Preparedness Notes for Tuesday — March 24, 2026

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-24T07:04:22Z

March 24th is the birthday of Dr. Art Robinson, who was born in 1942. He has done yeoman service to both the preparedness and the homeschooling communities.  He was the creator of the very inexpensive Robinson Self-Teaching Curriculum. — On March 24, 1964 the Kennedy half-dollar was first issued. Aside for a few that were specially made for Proof Sets it was only the 1964-dated Kennedy halves that were 90% silver. Starting in 1965, the composition of circulating Kennedy halves was reduced to 40% silver. And in 1970, they were fully debased to mere clad copper tokens. — Today’s feature …

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G9 Defense Barrier Blind Hollow Point, by Thomas Christianson

by Thomas Christianson in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-24T07:03:24Z

Barrier blind ammo is designed to pass through common obstacles like car doors, windows, drywall, plywood, or heavy clothing without significant change to its terminal performance. I recently tested G9 Defense Barrier Blind Hollow Point ammunition in 6.5 Creedmoor. I must admit that I was only secondarily interested in its barrier blind qualities. My primary interest was in the fact that the ammo is machine-turned out of solid copper. According to G9, this gives it greater consistency in density over traditional jacketed bullets. The lower standard deviation of ballistic coefficient, in turn, provides higher accuracy at extended ranges. During my …

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SurvivalBlog’s American Redoubt Media of the Week

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-24T07:02:48Z

This weekly column features media from around the American Redoubt region. (Idaho, Montana, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and Wyoming.) Much of the region is also more commonly known as The Inland Northwest. Redoubt News Links: A fascinating video confirmation of Idaho’s ongoing shift from red to deep red: Is Idaho Turning Into California? HERE’S THE LATEST DATA! Why Is Wyoming Stashing Gold Inside This Old Newspaper Building? Woman Sells Protection Dogs To The Wealthy For $175,000 Each. First nuclear reactor built on DOE land in 50 years unveiled at Idaho National Lab. Send Your Media Links Please send your links …

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The Editors’ Quote Of The Day:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-24T07:01:14Z

“I think that the economy, and the political system, has literally become such a disaster I don’t know if it’s possible to save it.” – James Woods

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Stupidity, not malice

by TPOL Nathan in The Price of Liberty on 2026-03-24T01:00:00Z

In the past several weeks, we have heard a lot of claims about the tragedy at a girl’s school in southern Iran. A lot of lies. Denials. Cries of pain. Everyone blaming everyone else, but themselves of course. Last week, … Continue reading

TFB Review: Boyds Agility Deadset Stock

by Lucas D in The Firearm Blog on 2026-03-24T00:00:00Z

Hunting rifles have evolved drastically over the years, with modern precision machining and materials such as carbon fiber introduced into both the stock and the barrel, and an off-the-shelf rifle can now outperform custom-built actions from a decade ago. Many people with older rifles seek ways to improve their gun without losing the charm of an old school Remington.

Finderscope

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-03-23T23:59:25Z

I mentioned that I needed to reduce the length of one part of the assembly. While doing so, I switched from PVC to aluminum tube. It took some work to find the right diameter. My wife suggested that rather than try for white, I should go for bright polish and it does look very nice this way. 


I was planning to blacken the interior of the aluminum tube parts. It seems to be optically fine for now. If it does not present itself optically well tonight, I will disassemble and blacken.

Right now, it is optically quite sharp and I expect it will work well for the intended purpose: wide field low power.
Photo Of The Day: Where winter has arrived in parts of the Northern Hemisphere, and with it comes the annual shift toward cold-weather kits and specialized camouflage. Today’s image highlights Varusteleka’s new L4 Winter Combat garments, purpose-built for operations where the landscape is nothing but snow from horizon to horizon. Below is the Sako TRG M10, all whited-out.
This week in The Rimfire Report, we’re taking a look at another budget-friendly load from one of the world’s best .22LR ammunition manufacturers, ELEY. The last time we featured ELEY, we tested their remarkably consistent and accurate Target 40-grain round nose load . Fired through our Angstadt Vanquish-22  equipped Ruger Precision Rimfire , that round maintained reliable subsonic performance while delivering excellent accuracy. This time, I wanted to try something that would make even better use of the Vanquish-22’s ported barrel, the ELEY Subsonic 38-grain Hollow Point. So let's get right into it.

Don’t Forget to Check Page 2

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-23T18:50:44Z

A lot of post today, so many they took up more than the main page. [Click]

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Bill Wilson has been building firearms since before most of us were born. Now he's written a book about it. Wilson Combat  just released Guns, Hunting, and Shooting: What I've Learned in 60 Years , a 234-page hardcover that spans rifle, handgun, and cartridge selection along with lessons learned from a lifetime afield. The book features 350 images across 12 chapters.

Birds of a Feather

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-23T17:59:27Z

A resurfaced interview with Jennifer Siebel Newsom, wife of California Gov. Gavin Newsom, is drawing attention online after she said that evangelicals are “pulling us back as a country.” [More] I wonder how she feels about even more restrictive theocratic dogma… She’s the one who “nearly screamed through tears from the witness stand Monday when she told … Continue reading "Birds of a Feather"

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Scott-Free

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-23T17:14:33Z

I can’t say I know much about Daniel Friedman, but I don’t get the credence some on “our side” assign to Scott Ritter: Believe him and his adherents if you like, but some of us aren’t going to kneejerk swallow fantastic allegations without actual evidence, especially when they come from someone who helped the United … Continue reading "Scott-Free"

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Horus Vision has introduced the TREMOR7 reticle, now available in the HoVR 1-8x24mm LPVO riflescope, a configuration aimed at modern sporting rifles and dynamic shooting applications. The TREMOR7 builds on previous Horus reticle designs and is optimized for use in low-power variable optics. It is intended to support fast target engagement at close range while still offering the holdover and wind-calling capability needed for mid-range shooting.

[NEW RELEASE] America 250 Collection From Pelican!

by David Lane in Recoil on 2026-03-23T16:59:36Z

Pelican is kicking off the American Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary with limited-edition colors of some of their most popular cases and coolers!

The Law of the Medes and the Persians

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-23T16:54:09Z

Iran and the Second Amendment – In Iran, we see the tyranny Democrats covet. [More] Who thinks Reza want to change that? [Via bondmen]

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DIY

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-23T16:49:06Z

Ethan Thornton – This 22-Year-Old Built a .50 Cal Rifle Out of Home Depot Parts [Watch] So is Shawn Ryan gonna give one to Gavin Newsom? [Via bondmen]

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What law, short of an outright ban on gun ownership and the rounding up of hundreds of millions of firearms, would have stopped that from taking place? [More] Shhh! They’re not ready to admit that yet. [Via bondmen]

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Who Will Guard the Guardians?

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-23T16:37:56Z

Florida Lawmakers Move to Allow ‘Guardians’ to Carry Guns on College Campuses [More] I never did care for the sheepdog analogy, expecting someone else to take risks on my behalf that I’m not willing to assume myself. That’s what got us into their “Only Ones” mess in the first place. As for me being one, … Continue reading "Who Will Guard the Guardians?"

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F-35 Damaged

by Pawpaw in PawPaw's House on 2026-03-23T16:24:00Z

 I see that an F-35 was damaged this weekend by hostile fire.  The pilot is fine. Everyone is okay.

The pearl-clutches are wondering how this happened?  The F-35 is stealthy, invisible, invincible.  No, it's not.  It's an aircraft. It's a fine, technologically advanced aircraft, but it is still just a metal tube.

There is still a thing called the Golden BB, and it still comes into play.  Basically, if the enemy throws enough crap into the sky, a plane will inevitably run into some of it. The Golden BB has been around forever, and aviators know about it. Eventually, some sonofabitch gets lucky.

The pilot is okay, the airframe can be repaired.

Stop Me If You’ve Heard This One Before

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-23T16:17:52Z

Another innocent young American woman has been murdered by one of Joe Biden’s illegal aliens. [More] You tell me why young American women are the most furious at ICE… [Via Michael G]

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We’re the Only Ones Secretive Enough

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-23T16:12:46Z

Female Secret Service Agent Who Didn’t Secure Roof of AGR Building at Butler Rally on Day of Trump Assassination Attempt Suspended AGAIN – Hid Marriage to Foreign National [More] DEI gone wild… [Via Michael G]

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Wow.  And just plain-jane iOS, too.  Out of the box. 

As someone who ran across (into?) "Secure Operating Systems" more than once, this is a big deal. 

I Always Knew I’d Get It in Toontown

by admin in The War on Guns on 2026-03-23T16:05:58Z

Judge Blocks Lawyer’s Distribution of Animation That Allegedly Shows “Uncommanded Discharge” of Sig Sauer Pistol – “This Animation is literally false as a factual matter,” the judge concludes, issuing a permanent injunction against the use of the animation for advertising purposes. [More] What is it with “artists” getting technical details wrong? And switching gears, a … Continue reading " I Always Knew I’d Get It in Toontown"

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Springfield Armory® is proud to announce the release of the XD® Mod.4 OSP™ 9mm pistol, the newest generation of the platform that first set the standard for feature-rich striker-fired handguns.

Newly Renovated Church at Marquette University Vandalized – “If I ever have the opportunity to talk to [the suspect] I’d say ‘Get yourself sorted out and come back and join the parish’” [More] See, that’s a distinction worth noting. The religion we’re told to welcome would put out a fatwa if this happened to a … Continue reading "Sounds Like Nothing a Good Old-Fashioned A$$-Kick… uh … Exorcism Wouldn’t Cure…"

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Big Horn Armory has introduced the Model 89 CAT 5, a tactical take on its big-bore lever-action platform chambered in .500 S&W Magnum. The CAT 5 blends traditional lever-gun design with more modern features, including a 16-inch threaded barrel and a modular fore-end developed in collaboration with Ranger Point Tactical. The updated configuration incorporates a Picatinny-style scout rail, allowing users to mount optics and accessories more easily than on a traditional lever gun.
When the US replaced the M1 Garand, the plan was to adopt both a select-fire infantry rifle and a heavy-barreled support weapon on the same platform. During development, both the T44 (later M14) and T48 [...]

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The FBI can Track You

by Joe in The View From North Central Idaho on 2026-03-23T13:00:00Z

Quote of the Day The FBI is buying up information that can be used to track people’s movement and location history, Director Kash Patel said during a Senate hearing Wednesday. … The U.S. Supreme Court has required law enforcement agencies … Continue reading
In this Ascend episode, from Ducks Unlimited, we join Lanny Oakley and Mia Anstine on a winter duck hunt along the Animas River in Colorado.
Welcome to TFB Weekly Web Deals 178! We’re back with more deals on guns, gear, ammunition, and accessories from some of our most frequented online retailers like Primary Arms, Natchez Shooters Supply, Palmetto State Armory, Brownells, and more. Whether you’re looking for deals on new or used guns, ammo to add to your reserves, or specific accessories like flashlights, range bags, optics, bipods, and magazines, each week we’ll have new sets of deals that might fulfill one of those needs and save you a few dollars.

TWO PROFOUND RECENT LESSONS

by Mas in on 2026-03-23T13:00:00Z

We’ve known since the Ma’alot Massacre that the answer to mass murder of the helpless was good people right there at ground zero who are armed and can immediately respond to the attack.  In recent days, we’ve seen two graphic examples of this. In the attack on the synagogue, only one security person was injured and […]

Virtual Mystery Girl

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-03-23T12:36:00Z

With all the current talk about the downsides of people falling in love with their imaginary AI creations, it would be a great time to read (or re-read) William Gibson's novel Idoru, which is currently on sale in the Kindle version.

It's probably my favorite novel by my favorite sci-fi author. While Neuromancer was lightning in a bottle and hit like a bomb the first time around, Idoru strikes a lot of the same notes and themes in a slightly different way and was written by a more mature and experienced Gibson. I think the Bridge Trilogy is better overall than the Sprawl Trilogy for just that reason.

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Monday Memes!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-03-23T12:04:00Z




Wild to think that this blog is older than Twitter, and only slightly younger than the earliest incarnations of YouTube and Facebook...

 


 

On March 17, 2026, in the United States District Court for the Central District of California, the court certified a settlement between the Attorney General of California and the plaintiffs in the case of Junior Sports Magazines Inc. et al., and Rob Bonta. The First Amendment and the Second Amendment were big winners.  From the Court Order:

 III. JUDICIAL DECLARATION 

 IT IS HEREBY DECLARED that Section 22949.80, in its entirety, violates the First Amendment of the United States Constitution on its face and as applied to Plaintiffs.

IV. PERMANENT INJUNCTION


IT IS HEREBY ORDERED
that Defendant shall be permanently enjoined from enforcing section 22949.80. The Attorney General is further directed to issue an alert through an information bulletin or other ordinary communications notifying all District Attorneys, County Counsels, and City Attorneys in California that enforcement of Section 22949.80 has been permanently enjoined in its entirety.

In addition, AG was ordered to pay Lawyers fees to the lawyers for the Firearms Policy Coallition (FPC) and the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF). This case started almost four years ago when the California legislature passed a statute designed to chill First Amendment protected speech in favor of the Second Amendment. The law became Section 22940.80. Alan Gottlieb and Dave Workman wrote about it at AmmoLand in July of 2022:

Several plaintiffs, including gun rights organizations, are challenging changes in state law created by the passage of Assembly Bill 2571, which makes it unlawful for any firearm industry members to advertise, market, or arrange for placement of an advertising or marketing communication concerning any firearm-related product in a manner that is designed, intended, or reasonably appears to be attractive to minors. The plaintiffs are asking for a preliminary injunction against the enforcement of the law.

On October, 2024, the District Court ruled against the First and Second Amendment defenders. The defenders immediately appealed to a three judge panel of the Ninth Circuit.  On September 13, 2023, the three judge panel reversed the District Court and found the law to be unconstitutional under the First Amendment. It was a unanimous decision. Then the State of California asked for a en banc panel to re-hear the case and reverse the three judge panel. Alan Gottlieb wrote about it on AmmoLand.

En banc reviews have been used in the Ninth Circuit to kill positive three judge panel decisions on the Second Amendment. The Ninth Circuit refused to re-hear the case en banc on February 28, 2024.  The case was sent back to the District Court. On October 1, 2025, the Preliminary Injunction was ordered by the District Court. On March 17, 2026, the parties agreed to a settlement. As shown above, all of Section 22949.80 was struck down. The agreed settlement, approved of by the Court, awarded $550,000 to the law firm of Michel & Associates, P.C., who represented the Firearms Policy Coallition (FPC)  and $350,000 to the Law offices of Donald Kilmer, who represented the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF). In addition, Kostas Moros reports on X that another $480,000 is to be paid in the Safari Club International case. Kostos reports the two cases are on the same issues.

Analysis: The law was an egregious violation of the First Amendment, in an attempt to stop support for the Second Amendment, from the beginning. It should never have been passed. The State of California then compounded their contempt for the First and Second Amendments by dragging out this case for almost four years, costing the state thousands of dollars in lawyers’ fees.

 The fees will not cost those who filed the bill and voted for the law, or those who defended the law in court any money at all. They were/are spending other people's money. This is expected in California.

 

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Dire Straits

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-03-23T11:36:00Z

A large number of internet pundits have abandoned their earlier fields of expertise in virology, epidemiology, and deep sea submersible design, and become experts in global supply chains, seizing on the president's statements that we don't need the Strait of Hormuz opened. (Although he also issued a stern ultimatum that they'd better open it by today, or else!)

While it's possibly true that none of the gasoline in the tanks of my cars originated in the Persian Gulf, that's kinda immaterial, despite what the Very Serious Economy Understanders are telling me.

See, the Gulf States are sitting on a massive natural gas deposit. In order to utilize this gas, they sell some of it, but also put it to other uses.

For example, do you know why Alcoa built their smelting plants near hydroelectric dams? Because the Hall-Héroult process for smelting aluminum takes a tremendous amount of electricity. 

Bahrain and Qatar use natural gas electrical plants to do what Niagara Falls and the TVA did in the US; namely to drive massive aluminum smelters. Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) and Qatalum alone produce a significant percentage of the world's aluminum. Half of all aluminum used in the US is imported, mostly from Canada, but the second and third largest sources are the UAE and Bahrain. Further, since very little alumina and bauxite is actually mined in the Gulf States, most of the ore has to be shipped there in the first place... through the Strait of Hormuz, before the finished aluminum is shipped back out... through the Strait of Hormuz. The war has already seriously dinged aluminum production and shipping.

Another thing that the natural gas in the Gulf States gets used for is the Haber process. Before Fritz Haber figured out a way to produce ammonia by reacting atmospheric nitrogen with hydrogen, nations used to go to war for control of islands covered in fossilized seabird crap because it was needed to produce the nitrates necessary for things like gunpowder and fertilizer. You are alive today because of the revolution in farm productivity allowed by ammonium nitrate fertilizers. About a quarter of the nitrates for the fertilizer that the farmers in the US use is produced on the other side of the Strait of Hormuz.

Finally, even if every drop of petroleum that shipped out through the Strait of Hormuz went to China, Vietnam, South Korea, Japan, and Thailand, a very large amount of that does not get used to make fuel for Tokyo salarymen's Toyotas and PLA tanks. It gets used to make... plastic. And if you can't touch something plastic made in China/Japan/Korea/et cetera from where you're sitting right now, I'll eat my hat. 

Hell, you're probably sitting on a chair made with petroleum while reading this on a monitor made with petroleum and about to compose an angry email on a keyboard made with petroleum... all of which went through the Strait of Hormuz.

So, yeah, it's kinda important.

EDIT: Oh, I forgot, there's also about a third of the globe's helium supply stuck in there...


 

IL: Chicago - Armed Teen Robber Shot, Killed by Armed Victim

by Dean Weingarten in GUN WATCH on 2026-03-23T11:32:00Z

A 27-year-old man was approached by a 16-year-old boy who pulled out a gun and attempted to rob him, police said. The man took out a handgun of his own and shot the teen suspect in the chest.

The 16-year-old was taken to a hospital, where he was later pronoucned dead. His identity has not been released.


More Here


FBI’s Meal Team 6, Suspended Again

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2026-03-23T10:30:00Z

So the fat cow who couldn’t figure out how to unholster her weapon in Butler PA after President Trump was shot, has been suspended for the third time. As a reminder: Her behavior was so egregious that Trump has banned her from being anywhere near him. She was also the agent who neglected to put […]

Preparedness Notes for Monday — March 23, 2026

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-23T07:05:52Z

On March 23, 1856, 18-year-old English chemist William Perkin accidentally produced the first synthetic aniline dye ‘mauveine’ (aka Perkin’s mauve and Aniline purple) during his Easter holiday. — March 23, 1903: The Wright brothers first filed a patent for a flying machine, which was granted three years later. — March 23rd is also the birthday of Japanese filmmaker Akira Kurosawa. He directed 30 films. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 123 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The prizes for this round include: First Prize: A Gunsite Academy Three-Day Course Certificate. This can be used …

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(Continued from Part 4. This concludes the article.) Where do I start if I’m new? Okay, this all sounds great but maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed. Where do you start if you are starting from scratch? Or maybe you have a large garden but aren’t sure you want to convert the whole thing over to this approach. I’m going to give you my method for establishing a garden bed on new ground, which I have used successfully in multiple beds on my property including my entire greenhouse. Establishing a New Garden Bed Mark out your bed in a location that gets …

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Recipe of the Week:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-23T07:03:55Z

The following recipe for a Vegetable Rice Salad (called Insalata di Riso, in Italian) is from SurvivalBlog reader D.G.. Ingredients 1 cup rice (I use Arborio rice, but Jasmine or other rice will do.) 1/2 pound medium-diameter asparagus 1 cup shelled English peas, from about 1 pound fresh peas 2 pounds fresh fava beans 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons lemon juice Sea salt (to taste) Black pepper, preferably freshly ground (to taste) 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 cup thinly sliced basil leaves 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 1/2 cup boiled ham, diced into very small chunks …

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SurvivalBlog Graphic of the Week

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-23T07:02:50Z

Today’s graphic: A map showing: “If the world had 100 people.” (Graphic courtesy of Reddit.) The thumbnail below is click-expandable.     — Please send your graphics or graphics links to JWR. (Either via e-mail or via our Contact form.) Any graphics that you send must either be your own creation or uncopyrighted.

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The Editors’ Quote Of The Day:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-23T07:01:24Z

“A pig has a plow on the end of its nose because it does meaningful work with it. It is built to dig and create soil disturbance, something it can’t do in a concentrated feeding environment. The omnivore has historically been a salvage operation for food scraps around the homestead.” – Joel Salatin

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Looking at the larger picture

by Commander Zero in Notes From The Bunker on 2026-03-22T18:51:18Z

Its easy to get so wrapped up in my own little projects (namely the Beta Site) that I forget that theres a ‘real world’ out there that is shakily balanced on a tightrope over a big ol’ pit of Not … Continue reading
At this stage of life, birthday celebrations tend to be quiet and laid back. Still, a few extra touches this year elevated the day and made it feel just a bit more special.

The day began as most do, with a relaxing morning and coffee. Instead of a traditional cake, I requested something we could enjoy alongside that first cup. Colleen delivered with a delicious Almond Honeycomb Cake — one that will happily stretch across several mornings in the days ahead.



Later, we headed out for lunch, settling in at the bar at Capital Ale House, a once-regular stop we hadn’t visited in a couple of years. I opted for a Killanny Red from Brehon Brewhouse in Inniskeen, County Monaghan, Ireland. The deep ruby-red ale, served on nitro, offered plenty of biscuity malt character. At a modest 4.5% ABV, it allowed for a second pour alongside a flatbread pizza. As a birthday bonus, loyalty points covered more than half the bill.



The evening was capped with a visit to the home of good friends. We began lakeside, enjoying cigars and Redbreast 12 Year Old Irish Whiskey on the dock. My friend had picked up a couple of Andalusian Bull cigars by La Flor Dominicana for the occasion. It had been about five years since I’d last had one, which made the experience all the more special.

The Andalusian Bull was an enjoyable as I remembered — rich and full-bodied, with notes of earth, warm spice, and a touch of sweetness that lingered on the finish. The whiskey’s sweet fruit and gentle spice complemented the cigar beautifully, softening some of its intensity while amplifying the sweeter undertones.

After the cigars, we headed out for a delicious dinner and more drinks. The food was excellent, but as always, the real highlight was the company.



It was an ideal way to celebrate not just another trip around the sun, but also good health and the enduring gifts of family and friendship. There’s not much more one could ask for. Even the steady stream of texts and social media messages added to the day and was sincerely appreciated.

Looking back, I was struck by how naturally the day unfolded. Planned moments and small surprises came together to create a celebration filled with food, drink, and laughter. Thoroughly enjoyed — though once a year is probably enough.

Cheers!


[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]
5G phones have settled into common use and now 6G is on the drawing boards. So, what will be in the 6G feature set? Read about it here: The 6G vision: Fewer dead zones, smarter networks, and built-in ‘radar’. This … Continue reading
Quote of the Day According to Daniel Fritter of the Canadian firearm magazine Calibre, as of early 2026 the amount spent on the gun grab program is CAD$779.8 million, an amount that exceeds the original estimated cost by more than … Continue reading

At home, the victim and his friend heard a knock at the door while the two were in the living room. The report then states that the victim approached the door before the suspect kicked it in and pointed a handgun at the two, yelling "Get down, f-- k n --- a" and firing shots into the home.

The victim ran to his room to grab a handgun and returned fire at the suspect before retreating to his room with his friend.

Another suspect was also seen on surveillance footage, according to a police report. The victim did not know where the suspects went following the incident.

The victim was taken to Le Bonheur, according to the report; however, his current condition is unknown. 


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Meme Dump!

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-03-22T10:47:00Z




Automotif DCXVI...

by Tam in View From The Porch on 2026-03-22T10:37:00Z



Stumbled across this minty 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220S parked out in front of a local shop the other day. It has less than ten thousand miles on the odometer.



Sunday Meme Drop

by Midwest Chick in Midwest Chick's Place on 2026-03-22T10:30:00Z

Thanks to my meme folks!

Preparedness Notes for Sunday — March 22, 2026

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-22T07:04:23Z

  On March 22, 1941 the Grand Coulee Dam in Washington went into operation. — Benjamin Tyler Henry (March 22, 1821–December 29, 1898) was an American gunsmith and manufacturer. On October 16, 1860, he received a patent on the Henry .44 caliber repeating rifle. The first rimfire Henry rifles were not produced for Union Army use until mid-1862. — This is the birthday of Louis L’Amour. (Born 1908, died 1988.) Some of his novels have survival themes. One of particular interest to survivalists is Last of the Breed. — SurvivalBlog Writing Contest Today we present another entry for Round 123 …

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(Continued from Part 3.) Mineralize the Soil Many of our soils are depleted of trace elements and micronutrients from past agricultural use. If your land was ever farmed, it’s probably got some deficiencies. While a soil test is probably a good idea so you can see the bigger picture of certain elements you might need to add, you can also address the deficiencies with broad spectrum amendments. Because they are in mineral form they don’t tend to leach from the soil, so they are available for the soil life to break them down and transport to your plants when they …

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JWR’s Meme Of The Week:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-22T07:02:35Z

The latest meme created by JWR: Meme Text: So, What Is It That You Are Protesting? We’re Here Protesting the Death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Who Killed Protestors in His Own Country, For Protesting News Links: Students and faculty protest Iran war in Washington Square Park. Columbia University pro-Palestine student group makes shocking statement in wake of strikes on Iran. Notes From JWR: Do you have a meme idea? Just e-mail me the concept, and I’ll try to assemble it. And if it is posted then I’ll give you credit. Thanks! Permission to repost memes that I’ve created is granted, …

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The Editors’ Quote Of The Day:

by James Wesley Rawles in SurvivalBlog.com on 2026-03-22T07:01:55Z

“Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. Behold, I Paul say unto you, that if ye be circumcised, Christ shall profit you nothing. For I testify again to every man that is circumcised, that he is a debtor to do the whole law. Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace. For we through the Spirit wait for the hope of righteousness by faith. For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any …

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I Am Home

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-03-22T04:53:20Z

The surgery sites are finally registering pain. Not bad enough to get the Norco Rx filled and just a bit more than Tylenol can silence. The catheter is both more annoying and a sharper pain when in certain positions.  And a 250 ml of urine sloshing about in a bag on your ankle is annoying, but at least there are nighttime visits to the toilet. Although I would gladly trade that for this nuisance.  I should get priority seating with my urologist to find a solution to this inflamed prostrate gland.
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Do the lies just keep getting compounded?

by TPOL Nathan in The Price of Liberty on 2026-03-22T01:00:00Z

This news story triggers all kinds of thoughts. (Okay, we know that “triggered” is a “trigger word” and probably banned in most social media. Our apologies for any offense!) Newsbreak.com and The Hill published a story headlined “Early COVID-19 pandemic … Continue reading

Musk Puts His Money Where His Mouth Is

by Clayton Cramer in Clayton Cramer. on 2026-03-21T19:52:22Z

3/21/26 Axios:
"Elon Musk said Saturday he'd be willing to pay the salaries of TSA agents during the Homeland Security shutdown, as President Trump suggested the possibility of using ICE agents to keep airports moving instead..  
"
  • "Based on TSA's headcount, Musk paying officer salaries could run more than $40 million a week, a rounding error for the world's richest person."
Sure not a rounding error for TSA employees!
I found this in my blob comment spam folder: That quote really hit home for me—there’s something profound about how disconnected so many people are from where their food comes from. Growing up on a farm, I learned early on … Continue reading

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