Preparedness
Trump Appointed Judge Challenges Federal Machine Gun Ban
A recent ruling by a federal judge has dismissed criminal charges related to machine guns, emphasizing that such firearms are considered “bearable arms” under the Second Amendment.
On Wednesday, U.S. District Judge John W. Broomes in Wichita, Kansas, dismissed two counts against defendant Tamori Morgan for possessing a machine gun in violation of federal law.
Last year, Morgan was indicted by the DOJ for possessing an Anderson Manufacturing model AM-15 .300 caliber machine gun and a “Glock switch” that enabled his Glock model 33 .357 SIG to function as an automatic weapon.
Federal prosecutors argued that the “Supreme Court has made clear that regulations of machineguns fall outside the Second Amendment,” as reported by the AP.
Broomes, however, disagreed, stating, “The government has not met its burden under Bruen and Rahimi … . Indeed, the government has barely tried to meet that burden.”
Morgan had filed a motion to dismiss the charges, claiming that the federal statute, 18 U.S. Code § 922, infringed upon his constitutional rights. Judge Broomes concurred with this argument.
“The court finds that the Second Amendment applies to the weapons charged because they are ‘bearable arms’ within the original meaning of the amendment. The court further finds that the government has failed to establish that this nation’s history of gun regulation justifies the application of 18 U.S.C. § 922(o) to Defendant,” Broomes wrote.
In his decision, Broomes, appointed by former President Trump, explained that the “plain text” of the Second Amendment protects Morgan’s actions of possessing a machine gun and Glock switch. He noted that § 922 directly contradicts this plain text regarding firearm possession.
“If an individual purchases such a weapon and locks it away in a gun safe in his basement for twenty years without touching it, he is just as guilty of a violation of § 922(o) as one who takes the same weapon out on the public streets and displays it in an aggressive manner,” the judge pointed out.
Broomes also highlighted that federal prosecutors had failed to provide a relevant “historical firearm regulation tradition” to justify Morgan’s charges, referencing two U.S. Supreme Court decisions: Bruen of 2022 and Rahimi of 2024.
“To summarize, in this case, the government has not met its burden under Bruen and Rahimi to demonstrate through historical analogs that regulation of the weapons at issue in this case are consistent with the nation’s history of firearms regulation. Indeed, the government has barely tried to meet that burden,” Broomes insisted.
The National Association of Gun Rights cheered Broomes’ decision, posting to X: “This is incredible.”
Meanwhile, many gun opponents seethed. Shira Feldman of Brady United Against Gun Violence called Broomes’ ruling “incredibly dangerous,” and Jacob Charles, an associate law professor at Pepperdine University, insisted it gave lower courts “the ability to pick and choose the historical record in a way that they think the Second Amendment should be read.”
Eric Ruben, a fellow at the Brennan Center and an associate law professor of Southern Methodist University, indicated that Broomes’ opinion may be “the first time in American history that a machine gun ban has been found unconstitutional in its application.”
Trump-appointed Justices Amy Coney Barrett, Brett Kavanaugh, and Neil Gorsuch helped bring about the Bruen and Rahimi decisions as well, concurring with the majority in both cases.
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These Everyday Skills Could Save Your Life Or Someone Else’s
When an emergency hits, it’s too late to start Googling. Whether it’s a power outage, car breakdown, unexpected hike gone wrong, or full-scale disaster, knowing what to do before chaos strikes is the difference between staying calm and spiraling. The good news? You don’t need military training or a bug-out bunker. You just need to learn these 10 core survival skills ahead of time and they’ll serve you in everyday life too.
1. Fire-Starting Without a Lighter
Being able to start a fire in wet or windy conditions is a skill that spans thousands of years and it still matters. Learn to use a ferro rod, flint and steel, or even a magnifying glass. Practice with damp tinder, and always carry some dryer lint or cotton balls soaked in petroleum jelly.
2. Basic First Aid
Knowing how to stop bleeding, treat burns, or manage a broken bone is essential. Sign up for a CPR/first aid course you’ll gain life-saving knowledge and confidence. Bonus: it’s just as useful at a family BBQ as in a forest.
3. Navigation Without GPS
Batteries die. Satellites fail. Learn to read a paper map, use a compass, and find direction using the sun or stars. Even basic orienteering skills can get you out of a jam.
4. Knot-Tying for Real-World Use
The right knot can save your gear or your life. Know how to tie a bowline, square knot, and trucker’s hitch. These knots can help build shelter, secure loads, and make emergency repairs.
5. Water Purification and Collection
You can survive weeks without food but only 3 days without water. Learn how to boil, filter, or chemically treat water. Know where to find it in urban and wild environments, like rain catchment or condensation traps.
6. Shelter Building With Natural Materials
Even in a warm climate, exposure can be deadly. Practice building lean-tos, debris huts, or tarp shelters using branches, leaves, and cordage. A good shelter keeps you warm, dry, and protected from the elements.
7. Situational Awareness
Learn to scan your environment, trust your instincts, and notice small changes around you. Awareness prevents problems, whether it’s spotting a fire hazard, noticing someone following you, or avoiding dangerous terrain.
8. Cooking Without Electricity
Know how to cook over open flames, on a wood stove, or using solar ovens. It’s more than survival, it’s resilience. Start by learning to boil, grill, or bake without relying on modern conveniences.
9. Signaling for Help
If you’re stuck, you’ll need to be found. Learn how to use mirrors, flares, whistles, or even create large ground signals like “SOS” using rocks or logs. Understanding rescue priorities can make you easier to spot and faster to save.
10. Mental Resilience and Problem Solving
This is the quiet skill that holds it all together. Practice staying calm under pressure through breath control, visualization, or even journaling. In any crisis, your mindset determines whether you freeze… or adapt.
🧭 Final Thought
The best time to learn these survival skills is when you don’t need them. They aren’t just about extreme situations they teach self-reliance, confidence, and control. The more you know, the less you fear and the better prepared you’ll be when life throws the unexpected your way.
When disaster strikes, you don’t always have a survival kit, tactical knife, or fancy equipment on hand. But here’s the truth: most of what you need to stay alive might already be in your home, office, or even your pockets. Survival isn’t just about being tough it’s about being resourceful. And with a little creativity, ordinary objects can become extraordinary lifesavers.
1. Bandana – The Swiss Army Cloth
A simple bandana can do more than keep sweat off your neck. It can filter dirty water through layers of fabric, serve as a makeshift sling or bandage, and even protect your lungs from dust or smoke. Soak it in cool water to regulate your temperature, or use it as a flag to signal for help. If you don’t have one, a T-shirt or scarf can do the job.
2. Duct Tape – The Ultimate Fix-All
There’s a reason duct tape belongs in every emergency bag. It can patch holes in tents, mend broken shoes, and even seal wounds in a pinch (apply gauze first). Twist strips into rope or cord to build shelter or tie gear. It’s waterproof, strong, and takes up almost no space proof that survival is often about ingenuity, not gear.
3. Belt – From Fashion to Function
A sturdy belt can do more than hold up your jeans. In an emergency, it can become a tourniquet to slow bleeding, a strap to secure gear, or a way to climb or drag supplies. Leather belts also double as fire starters when scraped or used to create sparks with metal. Never underestimate what’s already wrapped around your waist.
4. Credit Card – Not for Shopping Anymore
That little piece of plastic can save your life in surprising ways. It can act as a scraper to remove ice, clean a wound, or smooth surfaces. In urban settings, it can even help unlock certain types of doors or windows in emergencies (though always within the law). It’s lightweight, flat, and unbreakable perfect for quick problem-solving.
5. Plastic Bottles – Hydration and Beyond
Plastic bottles can purify, store, and transport water. Cut the bottom off to make a funnel or plant container, or fill with water and leave in sunlight to disinfect it (solar disinfection works in about six hours of bright sun). Bottles can also serve as makeshift lanterns when filled with water and placed over a flashlight.
6. Trash Bags – Shelter in Disguise
A heavy-duty garbage bag is an unsung hero. With a few cuts, it becomes a rain poncho, sleeping bag liner, or emergency shelter. It can also collect rainwater or insulate against cold ground. Carry a few you’ll thank yourself later.
Final Thought
In a true emergency, the most valuable tool isn’t what’s in your hand it’s what’s in your head. Thinking creatively under pressure turns common items into life-saving gear. You don’t need to be a survivalist to survive; you just need to see the potential in what’s already around you.
When disaster hits and grocery stores run out of stock, your survival depends on what’s already in your pantry. You don’t need fancy freeze-dried meals, just smart, long-lasting foods that keep you nourished, energized, and ready to adapt. Here are ten essentials that could literally save your life when everything else is gone.
1. Rice
A bag of rice can feed you for weeks. It’s compact, calorie-dense, and easy to cook with minimal fuel. Brown rice has more nutrients, but white rice stores longer, lasting up to 30 years in airtight containers.
2. Beans (Canned or Dried)
Protein and fiber are survival gold. Beans black, kidney, or lentils provide steady energy and can be eaten alone or combined with rice for a complete meal. Dried beans last longer, but canned beans are ready to eat if water or heat are limited.
3. Peanut Butter
High in calories, fat, and protein, peanut butter is one of the best survival foods on earth. It doesn’t need refrigeration and keeps for months after opening. A few spoonfuls a day can sustain you through hard times.
4. Oats
Oats require little water, cook fast, and provide long-lasting energy. They’re versatile—make oatmeal, energy bars, or add them to soups to stretch meals.
5. Canned Tuna or Chicken
Canned meats offer vital protein and omega-3s. They’re lightweight, long-lasting, and require no cooking. Rotate your stock every few years for freshness.
6. Honey
Honey never spoils. It can sweeten bland food, soothe a sore throat, and even treat wounds due to its natural antibacterial properties.
7. Powdered Milk
When fresh dairy is gone, powdered milk gives you calcium, protein, and essential vitamins. Mix with filtered water or use in cooking.
8. Salt
Salt preserves food, balances electrolytes, and adds flavor. In survival situations, it’s worth more than gold.
9. Canned Vegetables and Fruit
These provide hydration, vitamins, and variety. Drink the liquid inside it’s full of nutrients.
10. Energy or Protein Bars
Compact, lightweight, and packed with calories, they’re perfect for bug-out bags or quick energy during stressful moments.
Final Tip: Store your food in cool, dark places and rotate supplies regularly. When the shelves go bare, preparation turns panic into confidence and survival into just another day you’re ready for.
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Peter Miks
September 5, 2024 at 12:40 pm
The commie dummycraps can keep their hands off law abiding citizens 2nd Amendment rights. This is about total dummycrapcommunism control over Americans rights. From my Cold Dead Hands as Charlton Heston would say. Go after the criminals and illegal criminals you devilcraps have created with you lawlessness laws for criminals, no cash bail, safety acts, and your other bullshit laws that career criminals reap over everyday citizens. 2 words for the democratic party, FUCK YOU.TRUMP 2024 will end this shit and the chaos created by the party of commies.
Joan
September 5, 2024 at 1:09 pm
George Washington contemporaneously recorded his position on the 2nd Amendment: “A free people ought not only be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, which would include their own government.”
Washington placed NO limit on weapons even though a machine gun was invented 70 years earlier in France. Privateers (privately owned ships) had cannon aboard and they were not banned in the Constitution. Guns are inanimate objects and will not operate without a person to load it and pull the trigger. It is the person and their state of mind that needs to be considered, especially BEFORE an act of violence takes place.
The people should place more attention on raising children to respect and love their neighbors, to not covet neighbors’ property, and to find ways to reach out in peace to each and everyone, including those who have different opinions, to create a community that nurtures good neighborliness and friendships. Put away the cell phones and talk in person with your family, friends, and visitors to give them a sense they are valued and not alone.
Dr. Caligari
September 5, 2024 at 2:31 pm
An interesting analysis by the Judge, if you buy a machine gun and lock it away for 20 years you are just as guilty of a violation as the person that displays it in public in anger.