91326 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This hour of Eye on the Target Radio focuses almost entirely on the changing legal landscape surrounding the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly the recent elimination of the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda and Rob explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—but that the current legal fight is concentrated on the first three. They describe the elimination of the tax as part of a broader strategy to dismantle or...
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91326 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The latest episode of Eye on the Target Radio focuses heavily on what Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell see as a series of important victories and potential turning points for Second Amendment rights. They begin by discussing the impact of the Supreme Court’s Bruen decision, particularly its requirement that modern firearm restrictions be consistent with the nation’s historical tradition of firearm regulation. They express frustration with courts and governments reaching back to obscure English laws from the 1300s to justify contemporary restrictions, arguing that American...
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9626 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The episode of Eye on the Target Radio opens with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing New York’s efforts to restrict 3D-printed firearms and the publication of firearm-design files online. They focus on the conflict between New York officials and Defense Distributed founder Cody Wilson, who argues that firearm designs—including numerous military-specification drawings—are already widely available. The hosts question how effectively New York could regulate information that is distributed over the internet, arguing that once a technology or design becomes known, attempts to...
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9626 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The episode of Eye on the Target Radio opens with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing the transition from cap-and-ball firearms to fixed ammunition, using the example to compare technological transitions with modern changes such as gasoline, electric, and hybrid vehicles. The conversation then turns to major Second Amendment cases before the Supreme Court. The hosts discuss the Court’s decision to hear two consolidated AR-15 cases, Grant v. Higgins and Vera Montez v. Cook County, with oral arguments scheduled for December 2, 2026. They note that numerous organizations,...
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83026 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The discussion focuses on the changing legal status of the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly the removal of the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—and emphasize that eliminating the tax does not automatically eliminate every NFA requirement. They discuss how complicated the rules have become over the decades, using examples such as the Thompson...
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83026 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The discussion focuses on the evolving legal status of the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly the recent elimination of the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—and emphasize that eliminating the tax did not automatically eliminate all of the paperwork and regulatory requirements. They describe the change as part of a broader, strategic effort to...
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82326 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The discussion focuses on the rapidly changing legal status of the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—but recent legislative and court actions have concentrated on the first three. They describe the elimination of the $200 NFA tax as part of the 2026 budget legislation as a strategic step toward dismantling portions of the NFA...
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82326 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio focuses heavily on the changing legal landscape surrounding the National Firearms Act (NFA), particularly the removal of the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and short-barreled shotguns. Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA actually covers six categories—short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—and emphasize that the recent legislation only directly addresses the first three. They discuss how the $200 tax, originally...
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81626 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode focuses on the rapidly changing legal status of National Firearms Act (NFA) regulations, particularly the $200 tax on suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), and short-barreled shotguns (SBSs). Amanda Suffecoo,l and Rob Campbell explain that the NFA contains six major categories—SBRs, SBSs, suppressors, machine guns, destructive devices, and certain “any other weapons”—but that the current legal fight is primarily centered on the first three. They describe the removal of the $200 tax through the “Big Beautiful Bill” as part of a broader strategy to gradually...
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81626 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio is starts with Gun Prom and gun guru's and then at the bottom of the hour has Charlie Cook join. Charlie is the coordinator of the 2026 AmmCon that is being held in Dallas September 25, just prior to SAF.org and its GRPC.
info_outlineThe episode opens with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing recent developments affecting Second Amendment issues, beginning with lighthearted conversation before turning to major legal news. They explain that recent Supreme Court decisions, particularly the Wolford case and the marijuana-related ruling, are expected to have broad implications for firearms law, including potential revisions to federal firearm purchase forms and future court challenges. Looking ahead, they highlight the Supreme Court's decision to hear Grant v. Lamont, a challenge involving Connecticut's AR-15 ban, which they describe as one of the most significant Second Amendment cases since the Bruen decision. The hosts emphasize the years of work by advocacy organizations, particularly praising Holly Sullivan of the Connecticut Citizens Defense League for her leadership in advancing the case and arguing that its outcome could reshape how courts view commonly owned firearms nationwide.
The discussion then shifts to ongoing federal and state policy battles. Amanda and Rob examine reports surrounding possible changes to federal firearm purchasing procedures, including speculation about proposals that would allow licensed dealers to ship firearms directly to buyers' homes after background checks. While they note widespread media attention surrounding Donald Trump Jr.'s investment in the online retailer GrabAGun, they stress that many reported details remain speculative and encourage listeners to monitor official ATF announcements rather than relying on rumors. They also compare firearm purchasing requirements with voting identification debates, arguing that government standards for identity verification should be applied consistently across different rights.
A major portion of the program focuses on actions taken by the U.S. Department of Justice under Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon. The hosts describe lawsuits challenging firearm restrictions in both Virginia and California, arguing that the DOJ is actively contesting state laws it believes violate constitutional protections. They discuss California's handgun roster, restrictions affecting Glock-style pistols, and broader legal arguments concerning the Second Amendment under the Bruen framework. According to the hosts, California's refusal to modify its regulations prompted broader federal litigation that now challenges multiple aspects of the state's firearm laws rather than a single policy.
The conversation also examines Virginia's recently enacted gun control measures. Amanda and Rob describe how the DOJ sought to halt implementation of several new restrictions, including bans affecting commonly owned firearms, and note that some provisions have already been delayed or temporarily blocked by courts. They explain that the ATF accelerated processing of firearm-related applications for Virginia residents before new restrictions took effect and discuss how lawsuits, injunctions, legislative amendments, and differing enforcement decisions by local officials have created legal uncertainty throughout the state. Throughout the discussion, they argue that ongoing litigation will ultimately determine the constitutionality of these measures.
Toward the end of the episode, the hosts broaden the discussion to emerging legislative trends in other states, particularly New York, where proposed regulations involving 3D printers and CNC machines are described as another front in the broader debate over so-called "ghost guns." They caution listeners that many firearm-related policy changes are being incorporated into larger budget bills and encourage gun owners to remain informed about legislation in their own states. The episode concludes by emphasizing that the legal landscape surrounding firearm rights is changing rapidly, with multiple high-profile lawsuits, Supreme Court cases, and Department of Justice actions likely to shape Second Amendment law for years to come.