Jacob Paulsen
San Diego Mosque Shooting: Lessons in Security and Skill
Three killed at the Islamic Center of San Diego. What the attack — and the Center’s security investments — tell us about preparation and the limits of skill.
The Avoidance Mindset: Why the Best Self-Defense Story Is One Where Nothing Happens
An avoidance mindset is the first and most powerful layer of self-defense. See how a trained citizen used it at a gas station — and how to build the same instinct.
Colorado SB003 Update: The SSF List Drops Ahead of Aug 1
Colorado just released the list of firearms covered by SB003. Here’s what’s on it, how the new CPW eligibility process works, and why Aug 1st still stands.
The Defensive-Only Mindset: Why Survival Beats Justice
The defensive-only mindset prioritizes survival over justice. See how an Akron DoorDash driver demonstrated it in a real DGU — and how to build it yourself.
DOJ Sues Denver and Colorado Over Gun Bans in Back-to-Back Federal Lawsuits
The Justice Department filed back-to-back federal lawsuits against Denver’s assault weapons ordinance and Colorado’s magazine ban. Here’s what carriers need to know
BREAKING: ATF’s Landmark 34 Rule Package
We got our hands on 20 of the draft versions of the rules scheduled to be published tomorrow and have already included their summaries under the relevant rules below. The rules have not yet been published for comment so the details of each rule are unclear.
Wisconsin Now Recognizes New Hampshire Concealed Carry Permits
Wisconsin has added New Hampshire to its list of honored out-of-state CCW permits following a reciprocity audit. Here’s what NH permit holders need to know before crossing the border.
Virginia Gun Laws 2026: What Every Gun Owner Needs to Know
Governor Spanberger signed eight gun control bills in April 2026, with more still pending. Here’s a complete breakdown of what passed, what it means, and what Virginia gun owners need to do before July 1.
Military Bases Are No Longer Gun Free Zones. Here’s What Changed.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has signed a memo ending gun-free zone policy on U.S. military bases, allowing off-duty service members to carry privately owned firearms for self-defense. Here’s what it means.
Kentucky Overrides Governor’s Vetoes: What HB 78 and HB 312 Mean for Gun Owners
Kentucky’s legislature overrode two gubernatorial vetoes on April 14, 2026, protecting the firearms industry from frivolous lawsuits and expanding concealed carry rights to adults ages 18–20.
Introducing Guardian University — Your New Home for Defensive Training
Guardian University is our new dedicated learning environment inside ConcealedCarry.com, built from the ground up to be the most organized, intentional, and accessible defensive training resource we’ve ever offered.
Concealed Carry in National Park Buildings: A New Lawsuit Challenging This Ban
Can you legally carry a firearm inside national park buildings? We break down 18 U.S.C. § 930(a), current laws, and a new federal lawsuit challenging the ban.
Can You Reset The Trigger Faster Than The Gun Cycles?
Master recoil management by shifting from active control to predictable return—improve speed, accuracy, and consistency with this mindset.
5 Critical Lessons on Tactical Anatomy Every Armed Citizen Needs to Understand
Learn the 5 critical tactical anatomy principles that determine whether you can stop a deadly threat. Based on insights from Steve Moses and real-world training experience.
Federal Court Blocks New York’s Social Media Requirement for Carry Permits
Courts have blocked or struck down enforcement of New York’s social media disclosure requirement for concealed carry permits, primarily through injunctions and appellate rulings, while broader parts of the law remain in effect.
