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The Business of Guns
Stag Arms president Mark Malkowski, a vocal opponent of tougher gun laws, was named the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s “Business Person of the Year” in 2014.
Gun Policy
Darin Prince's creation is a case study in how some entrepreneurs and gun enthusiasts find ways to skirt regulations meant to mitigate a weapon's killing power.
Mass Shooting
After the Newtown massacre, Cerberus Capital Management pledged to sell off the Freedom Group. But some of the firm's executives never got out of the gun business.
The AR-15s used by Syed Farook and Tashfeen Malik had been illegally modified.
Law Enforcement
One police officer killed. Six injured. In a state that bans the sale or transfer of gun magazines holding more than 15 rounds. For investigators, it all adds up to a few big questions.
Background Checks
A post-Thanksgiving shopping bonanza capped back-to-back record-breaking months for background check requests.
Culture
Bump fire devices let black rifles fire hundreds of rounds per minute. They've become hot accessories for the growing tactical weapons set.
Q & A
'In movies you always die quickly from a gunshot wound. But not in real life.'
The big-box retailer was slammed by some gun owners for its decision to nix the popular rifle from its stock. But one industry veteran says it’s no surprise.
Commentary
What it means when would-be presidents tout their rights to shoot another American in self-defense.
