Second Amendment Under Attack Again: What Wisconsin’s New Gun Proposals Mean for Gun Owners Everywhere

As staunch supporters of the Second Amendment and responsible firearms ownership, we at Fortress Firearms Training have been watching with growing concern as efforts to chip away at our constitutional rights continue across the country. The latest example comes out of Wisconsin, where Democrats are spearheading several new pieces of legislation under the guise of public safety. But if you look closer, it’s clear these efforts are more about symbolism and control than about stopping crime or saving lives.

A Closer Look at the Proposed Legislation

According to The Center Square, Wisconsin Democrats are pushing forward a trio of bills that they claim will help reduce gun violence and suicide rates. While the headlines sound noble, the reality paints a different picture. The three bills would:

• Ban ghost guns: Homemade or unserialized firearms would become illegal to possess or sell, regardless of whether they are legally owned and responsibly used.
• Mandate three-day waiting periods: All handgun purchases would require a 72-hour waiting period, regardless of the purchaser’s background check status.
• Enact red flag laws: Courts could issue orders to remove firearms from individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others, often without due process.

Let’s break this down. These kinds of laws not only trample on the rights of law-abiding gun owners—they also do little to deter crime. Criminals don’t follow laws, and we’ve yet to see any credible evidence showing that such policies actually lead to safer communities.

Ghost Guns: Machinery, Not Mayhem

Homemade firearms have been a part of America’s history since the founding of this nation. Under current federal law, it is perfectly legal to manufacture a firearm for personal use—as long as it’s not sold or transferred. Calling these legally crafted firearms “ghost guns” is just a scare tactic intended to create fear and confusion.

Let’s be real—this is less about public safety and more about tracking gun owners. The push to serialize every firearm and every component is a form of soft registration. For constitutional conservatives, that’s a non-starter. What starts as serialization ends in confiscation. History has proven it time and again.

Waiting Periods: A Solution in Search of a Problem

The proposed three-day waiting period is one of the oldest anti-gun tactics in the playbook. The idea is that a short delay might prevent a crime of passion or suicide. But in states that have these types of waiting periods, we have not seen measurable decreases in violence or self-harm.

Let’s remember: anyone who is buying a gun through legal channels has already gone through a background check. Forcing them to wait arbitrarily is paternalistic at best and, more often than not, deeply insulting. Government shouldn’t be in the business of deciding when a law-abiding citizen can exercise their constitutional rights.

Red Flag Laws: Due Process on the Chopping Block

Perhaps the most dangerous proposal in this three-prong attack on the Second Amendment is the red flag law. This legislation allows a judge to confiscate someone’s firearms based on a claim that they might pose a danger. However, the accused often isn’t even present to defend themselves in court before the order is given.

This is a clear violation of not just the Second Amendment—but the Fifth and Fourteenth as well. Every American is entitled to due process. No government should be able to strip away your constitutional rights on hearsay.

The Slippery Slope to Total Gun Control

We need to be honest about what these policies represent. They are not isolated. They are coordinated steps toward a broader gun control agenda. Gun control activists don’t want to stop at so-called “ghost guns,” waiting periods, or red flag laws—they want total disarmament of the American populace.

And it’s not just Wisconsin. Similar laws are popping up in blue states across the country. The more these measures are normalized, the closer we get to a federal push that openly contradicts our Second Amendment freedoms.

And let’s be crystal clear: these proposals do nothing to address criminals or prevent mass shootings. They only burden the law-abiding. The kind of people Fortress Firearms Training proudly works with every day—mothers, fathers, veterans, and responsible citizens who want to protect their families and exercise their rights safely and legally.

Focus on Firearms Education, Not Legislation

At Fortress Firearms Training in Fountain Inn, SC, we believe the answer to America’s problem with violence is education—not legislation. We specialize in helping responsible gun owners understand not just how to use firearms, but when and why. A well-trained citizen is the best deterrent to crime, not another overreaching government policy.

Our instructors are real people, real patriots, and real protectors of our constitutional values. We don’t buy into the media-driven narrative that guns are inherently dangerous. Misused guns are dangerous—just like misused cars, misused tools, and misused freedoms.

That’s why we focus on:

• Hands-on gun safety training for individuals and families.
• Concealed carry certification with emphasis on state law and responsible use.
• Scenario-based classes that teach real-world defensive strategies.

Our mission is to empower Americans to be their own first responders. No politician can take that away from you—unless you let them.

Push Back Before It’s Too Late

Whether you’re in Wisconsin or right here in the Carolinas, don’t think for one second that new gun control laws can’t reach your backyard. Once one state falls, the dominoes start tipping. We all know the playbook: bait the public with emotional appeals, use isolated incidents as justification, and vilify anyone who speaks up as part of the “gun lobby.”

Don’t fall for it. Stand strong. Be informed. And support local organizations that fight for your rights not just on paper, but in practice.

If you’re ready to take responsibility for your own safety and learn from seasoned professionals who share your values, Fortress Firearms Training is here to help. Visit us at www.fftcwp.org to sign up for a course today.

Conclusion

The Wisconsin Democrats’ recent proposals on ghost guns, waiting periods, and red flag laws are just the latest attempts to chip away at our gun rights. These laws do little to improve public safety and instead serve only to infringe upon the rights of citizens who follow the laws. Here at Fortress Firearms Training, we remain committed to fighting for our freedoms through education, training, and civic engagement. Because when the Second Amendment goes, so does every other constitutional protection we hold dear.