Pro-2A Organizations Step Up to Defend Gun Rights

A Unified Stand Against the National Firearms Act

For countless Americans who cherish the freedoms guaranteed by the Second Amendment, the National Firearms Act (NFA) of 1934 has long been viewed as an overreach of federal power. What was once cleverly marketed to limit access to “gangster weapons” has evolved into a bureaucratic nightmare for law-abiding gun owners. Now, in a historic move that should reenergize every freedom-loving patriot, numerous pro-2A groups have teamed up to challenge the very foundation of the NFA. It’s a bold step — but one that’s long overdue.

In August 2025, a coalition of pro-gun organizations, including the Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC), Second Amendment Foundation (SAF), and Gun Owners of America (GOA), filed legal briefs questioning the constitutionality of restricting silencers, short-barreled guns, and other types of firearms. These groups are making the argument that the NFA is not just outdated, but outright unconstitutional.

The NFA: A Slow Strangulation of Second Amendment Rights

The National Firearms Act essentially imposes strict regulations, excessive taxes, and intrusive registration requirements on certain types of firearms. It’s not about safety — it’s about control. Nowhere in the Constitution does it say our rights come with a $200 tax stamp or a year-long wait for government approval.

Those who oppose this law highlight a number of injustices, including:

• Unjustifiable delays in background checks and approvals, discouraging legal ownership
• Over-regulation of suppressors, which are considered safety-enhancing tools in shooting sports and training
• Arbitrary definitions of “short-barreled” rifles and shotguns that put law-abiding Americans at legal risk

In today’s political climate, where trust in federal agencies is waning and overreach is becoming the norm, it’s refreshing to see these organizations standing shoulder to shoulder to fight back — restoring the original intent of the Constitution.

Why This Lawsuit Matters — Especially Now

There’s a growing concern among gun owners that new gun-control legislation is on the horizon — pushed by a federal government increasingly disconnected from its people. Without resistance, the NFA and laws like it set dangerous precedent.

When silencing lawful firearm ownership becomes a priority over cracking down on actual violent criminals, we have a serious problem. This lawsuit represents more than a legal filing; it is a tipping point in a wider cultural battle about who gets to decide how Americans defend themselves and their families.

Thankfully, the pro-2A movement isn’t just fighting back — it’s winning battles and spurring renewed activism across the country.

How Firearms Training Builds Responsible Ownership

At Fortress Firearms Training, based in Fountain Inn, South Carolina, we’ve trained hundreds of individuals — law enforcement, everyday moms and dads, business owners, and college students — in the responsible use of firearms. And here’s what we’ve learned: real firearm safety doesn’t come from congressional paperwork. It comes from hands-on, comprehensive training guided by real-world instructors.

We don’t need another bureaucratic regulation to keep our communities safe. What we need are educated, confident, and competent gun owners who take their rights — and responsibilities — seriously. Proper education doesn’t only make ranges safer; it has the power to make America safer, too.

Benefits of Firearms Training at Fortress Firearms Training:

• Emphasis on safety and situational awareness at every level of instruction
• Hands-on experience with a variety of firearms and accessories, including those often restricted by the NFA
• Legal education on South Carolina gun laws, federal regulations, and concealed carry rules
• Confidence-building drills for all ages and skill levels

If our political leaders truly cared about public safety, they would support training initiatives over almost any other solution. But that’s not what’s happening. Instead, they hammer law-abiding citizens with red tape while criminals ignore every rule in the book. Meanwhile, their NFA policies fail to address the actual roots of violence.

Silencers and Short-Barreled Rifles: Tools, Not Threats

The rhetoric around suppressors and short-barreled firearms is wildly exaggerated. In truth:

• Suppressors reduce hearing damage, especially during range time or in-home defense scenarios
• Short-barreled rifles offer better handling inside tight spaces like vehicles or hallways — critical in self-defense
• Both are rarely used in crimes, according to FBI and ATF crime data

There’s no rational justification to ban or heavily regulate these tools when their primary use is sporting, hunting, and lawful defense. The NFA continues to criminalize practical tools that make firearms safer for experienced users.

Supporting the Right Fight — What You Can Do Now

The Supreme Court has already signaled a shift toward a stricter interpretation of the Second Amendment. If this new legal challenge succeeds, it could dramatically reshape federal firearms law, returning oversight to the states and putting power back where it belongs — with the people.

As responsible gun owners, there are several things we can do right now:

• Support local training programs like those offered at Fortress Firearms Training
• Donate to national pro-2A groups leading the legal fight
• Stay informed on upcoming legislation and educate those in your community about their rights
• Contact your elected officials and demand they oppose further restrictions on law-abiding gun owners

Final Thoughts: This Is Just the Beginning

We are at a crossroads. Either we stand firm and defend the rights that our Founding Fathers enshrined in the Constitution, or we allow the slow erosion of liberty under the guise of “public safety.” The coalition against the NFA has sent a clear message: enough is enough.

The time to educate, train, and advocate is now. Join us at Fortress Firearms Training and become a part of a movement that doesn’t just protect gun rights — it advances them.