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Kash Patel Removed As Acting ATF Director, Army Secretary Driscoll Steps In

At the time of his appointment, agency staff had not been informed of Patel's selection, and his dual role overseeing both the FBI and ATF was regarded as highly irregular.

International Business Times

Kash Patel, FBI director, removed as acting ATF; Know here details

It was not clear why Patel was removed from the Justice Department's agency responsible for enforcing America's gun laws, but officials confirmed the move had nothing to do with his job performance. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Why Was Kash Patel Removed As ATF Director: Everything You Need To Know

Kash Patel's brief tenure as acting director of the ATF ended abruptly, reportedly due to his prolonged absence from the agency's facilities.

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Kash Patel replaced as interim head of the ATF by the Secretary of the Army

Patel was replaced following a report that he has been a ‘largely absent leader’ at Alcohol, Firearms, Tobacco and Explosives. Trump hasn’t yet nominated anyone to permanently lead the agency

The Independent UK

Kash Patel has been replaced by Army Secretary Driscoll as acting head of the ATF, AP sources say

FBI Director Kash Patel was quietly removed weeks ago as the acting chief of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and has been replaced with the Army secretary

The Independent UK

Supreme Court Lets ATF Regulate (Some) DIY Firearms Kits

More litigation is required to find out which kits and unfinished parts are subject to regulation.

Reason

Billionaires spent record amounts during 2024 federal election – report

Just 100 extremely wealthy families invested $2.6bn during the election cycle that put Trump back in the White House

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VanDerStock is NetChoice Redux: A Sharply-Divided Court Threads The Needle With A "Facial Challenge" Analysis

The Court may have overruled Chevron, but it has just inadvertently created a far more powerful deference doctrine with Salerno, all in service of narrowly reversing the Fifth Circuit.

Reason

Second Amendment Roundup: Supreme Court Decides VanDerStok

Narrow decision leaves ATF regulation in limbo.

Reason

Kash Patel a No-Show as Interim Head of Department of Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives: Report

Kash Patel has reportedly been absent from his ATF leadership role since a brief introductory visit in February, leaving the agency in limbo.

Latin Times

Pam Bondi Aims To Revive a Moribund Legal Process for Restoring Gun Rights

A new Justice Department rule could help "prohibited persons" who pose no threat to public safety.

Reason

Trump DOJ Proposes Merging Drug, Gun Law Enforcement Agencies; Advocates Decry Restructuring Method

The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed the possibility of combining the DEA and the ATF, but some advocates believe such a move will have huge implications as such a restructuring would also involve cutting agents.

International Business Times

What VanDerStok Says about Agency Interpretations of Statutes

The Court's opinion upholding federal regulation of "ghost guns" makes passing reference to Loper Bright Enterprises.

Reason

US Supreme Court Upholds Biden-era Regulation Of 'Ghost Guns'

The US Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld Biden-era federal regulation of untraceable "ghost guns" -- firearms sold in easy-to-assemble kits -- in a defeat for the powerful gun lobby.

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Supreme Court upholds federal regulation of 'ghost guns' - Roll Call

The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld a rule that restricts access to so-called “ghost guns” made from gun parts kits.

The Guardian - US

FBI forms taskforce over rising reports of vandalism at Tesla dealerships

Amid protests, White House officials close ranks around the Tesla owner leading efforts to slash federal jobs

International Business Times

FBI Launches Task Force To Investigate Attacks On Tesla, Treats Incidents As Domestic Terrorism

"This is domestic terrorism," FBI Director Kash Patel posted Monday on X. "Those responsible will be pursued, caught, and brought to justice."

Reason

Second Amendment Roundup: Attorney General to resume removal of disabilities

ATF is prohibited by appropriations riders from considering petitions.

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Our Guest-Blogger Prof. Robert Leider (George Mason) Is New ATF Chief Counsel/Assistant Director

So reports the ATF page. Prof. Leider is a noted scholar of criminal law, the law of self-defense, and gun… The post Our Guest-Blogger Prof. Robert Leider (George Mason) Is New ATF Chief Counsel/Assistant Director appeared first on Reason.com.

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27 Undercover Cops Share Their Craziest Stories

Someone asked “Former undercover cops of Reddit, what is the craziest thing you had to do to not blow your cover?” and netizens shared their stories. The post 27 Undercover Cops Share Their Craziest Stories first appeared on Bored Panda.

The Guardian - US

Eggings, swastikas and dog poop: Tesla bears brunt of people’s ire against Musk

In response to the billionaire’s scorched-earth raids on US government agencies, Tesla chargers and showrooms are being targeted

Reason

Mel Gibson Controversy Highlights a Bigger Scandal: Many Americans Lose Their Gun Rights for No Good Reason

Millions of people are barred from owning firearms even though they have no history of violence, and they have essentially no recourse under current law.

Reason

Second Amendment Roundup: Court Seems Disposed to Rule for S&W and Against Mexico

The Court should settle the proximate-cause issue, not just aiding and abetting.

Roll Call

Republicans ready to take aim at gun regulations - Roll Call

Republicans are well positioned to spike Biden gun regulations and exert their will over the agency tasked with regulating firearm dealers.

Reason

Second Amendment Roundup: Supreme Court Should Hold its Decision in VanDerStok

The new Administration should notify the Court of its change in position on ATF regulations.

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