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The Notorious FDE | January 19, 2026

For decades, the $200 tax acted as a deterrent, often discouraging first-time buyers despite suppressors’ proven benefits for hearing protection, reduced recoil, improved accuracy, and less disturbance to game or neighbors during hunts. Now, with the tax gone: Suppressors are even more appealing for hunters—allowing shots without ear protection while maintaining situational awareness and reducing […]

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On January 1, 2026, the firearms world witnessed an historic shift when the long-standing $200 NFA tax stamp for suppressors (also known as silencers), short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), and certain any other weapons (AOWs) dropped to $0. The change, part of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” signed by President Trump in July […]

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The Notorious FDE | January 17, 2026

If you’re deep in the AR platform world and already run POF-USA rifles like the Revolution, Rogue, or Prescott series, you’ve probably noticed how seriously they take suppressed shooting. Suppressors add back pressure, speed up your bolt carrier group, and can lead to increased wear or malfunctions — that’s why POF pushes their adjustable Dictator […]

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The Notorious FDE | January 15, 2026

The release generated significant excitement across firearm communities (AR15.com forums, Reddit, X/Twitter, and more), with many calling it “sick,” “ridiculous in the best way,” and even comparing the aesthetic to video game weapons like the Fallout series assault rifle. It’s  frequently discussed alongside forced-reset and binary trigger setups for maximum fun factor. The LIMA-1917 Complete […]

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The Notorious FDE | January 14, 2026

The arrests follow a January 9, 2026, announcement from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that the administration would re-examine thousands of refugee cases through new background checks. The initial focus: Minnesota’s approximately 5,600 refugees who have not yet obtained lawful permanent resident (green card) status. Advocates report that at least dozens — and possibly […]

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Iran is experiencing one of the most severe waves of unrest in decades, with nationwide anti-government protests triggered by economic collapse entering their third week. The regime’s brutal response has led to a staggering human cost, drawing sharp international attention — including direct warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump. What Sparked the Protests? The demonstrations […]

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) launched an ambitious, high-budget effort to hire thousands of new deportation officers. According to reports, the agency planned to invest $100 million over one year in a so-called “wartime recruitment” push. This campaign heavily targets military enthusiasts, veterans, and individuals interested in guns, tactical gear, and patriotic content—mirroring many […]

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The Notorious FDE | January 10, 2026

Project “Rogue” evolved from POF’s acclaimed Revolution line, focusing on drastic weight reduction through smart engineering (no unnecessary lightening cuts), forged receivers, and innovative components — all while keeping the price more accessible than higher-end siblings. If you’re tired of lugging a 9–12 lb AR-10 into the field but want .308 power without sacrificing quality, […]

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The Notorious FDE | January 7, 2026

A deadly confrontation between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and a civilian in Minneapolis has sparked intense controversy, protests, and conflicting narratives from federal and local officials. On January 7, 2026, an ICE agent fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good during an immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis. Videos of the incident have […]

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The Notorious FDE | January 5, 2026

Federal Appeals Court Rules California’s Open Carry Ban Unconstitutional: What It Means for Gun Rights in 2026 In a significant victory for Second Amendment advocates, a federal appeals court has struck down California’s longstanding ban on openly carrying firearms in populous counties. The January 2026 ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals declares the […]

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