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America's 1st Freedom provides news for the membership of the NRA with the goal of delivering professional, moving, and accurate journalism that promotes knowledge about the threats to our Second Amendment Rights
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NRA Praises Supreme Court Decision in Smith & Wesson v. Estados Unidos Mexicanos
The Supreme Court of the United States issued its decision in this closely watched case.
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Try this fun, competitive way to hone your marksmanship skills.
Stephen Halbrook on How the American Revolution had a Lot to do With Gun Control
As Stephen Halbrook explains, this attempt to disarm Americans is reflective of the unconstitutional intentions some in America have today.
Citigroup Sort of Pulls Back from Privatized Gun Control
Citigroup published a press release declaring that it is reversing this anti-gun policy.
David Hogg’s Gun-Control Zealotry is a Problem for the DNC
Should a national political organization elevate a vocal anti-Second Amendment figure into its leadership when gun ownership is rapidly rising—even among its own base?
The Armed Citizen® June 6, 2025
True stories of the right to keep and bear arms
SCOTUS Turns Down Pair of Second Amendment Cases
Though the Supreme Court turned down these cases, it may very well change its tune in the near future.
ATF Updates Its Policy After Quashing Previous “Zero-Tolerance”
The ATF is replacing this previously nixed policy from the Biden administration.
This Pro-Second Amendment School Teacher has Made a Big Difference
John Annoni is a now-retired elementary school teacher who spent his life using the American gun culture to save inner-city kids.
A Government That Respects Our Freedom
After four years of the Biden administration’s constant attacks on our First and Second Amendment rights, the Trump administration’s approach is a welcome change.
25 Years of America’s 1st Freedom
This month marks a quarter century since America’s 1st Freedom was launched.
Gun Review | EAA MC9 Disruptor
This offering from EAA meets market demand head-on and gives the modern shooter a tool with which a plethora of available accessories can be enjoyed.
24 Attorneys General Back National Concealed Carry Reciprocity
This legislation would ensure that law-abiding citizens with concealed-carry permits can exercise their rights in other states and jurisdictions.
The Armed Citizen® May 30, 2025
True stories of the right to keep and bear arms
Trump Is Even Impacting Hollywood
Last January, the Trump administration named Gibson, along with actors Sylvester Stallone and Jon Voight, as special ambassadors to Hollywood.
A Judge Decided To Explain
This federal judge's “video dissent” may be a bit unconventional, but it’s also a great example of how showing can sometimes be more effective than telling.
A Disappointing, But Narrow, SCOTUS Ruling
While this decision was disappointing for Second Amendment supporters, there was not much for anti-gunners to celebrate, either.
Let’s Open the Gun-Control Playbook
Gun-control groups repeatedly repackage and resell their many falsehoods. As such, it is imperative we remain vigilant and ready to dispel their dishonest messages.
Even More Guncation Destinations
Here are 33 more locations to consider for a guncation.