FRAC and Franklin Armory Score Major Victory Against ATF in Lawsuit
Good news from the U.S. District Court in North Dakota.
Specifically, Judge Daniel M. Traynor vacated the ATF’s flawed classifications of Franklin Armory’s Reformation and Antithesis firearms in a lawsuit backed by the Firearms Regulatory Accountability Coalition (FRAC). Consequently, this decision slams the brakes on years of ATF overreach in the firearms industry.
ATF’s Overreach Exposed
First, let’s unpack this ruling. Judge Traynor called out the ATF for forcing Franklin Armory’s unique designs into outdated categories. For instance, he noted, “Franklin Armory presented a square peg, and ATF shoved it into a round hole.” Moreover, he ruled that “shotgun” isn’t a catch-all term—Congress didn’t intend it that way. Thus, the ATF overstepped by redefining “smoothbore” to mean anything without “functional rifling,” exceeding its authority.
What This Means for Reformation and Antithesis
Next, the court’s decision vacates the ATF’s classifications of both the Reformation and Antithesis firearms. Now, FRAC and Franklin Armory are consulting legal counsel to determine their next steps. Meanwhile, Judge Traynor reminded the ATF to stick to enforcing laws, not rewriting them, stating, “Leave legislating to Congress.”
Industry Leaders Celebrate
Furthermore, FRAC President & CEO Travis White hailed this as a “landmark ruling” against ATF abuses in firearms classification. Similarly, Franklin Armory President Jay Jacobson expressed relief after years of battling the agency. He said, “We just wanted a fair referee, not someone rigging the game.” Clearly, this victory resonates with every firearms innovator tired of bureaucratic overreach.
Why This Matters to Gun Owners
So, why should you care? This ruling reinforces that regulatory agencies can’t twist laws to fit their agenda—it’s a win for freedom and innovation. Additionally, it strengthens the firearms industry’s fight for fair treatment, ensuring your rights as a gun owner stay protected.
Dive Deeper
Curious for more details? Check out Judge Traynor’s full ruling in FRAC v. Garland at fracaction.org. In conclusion, this decision marks a turning point—let’s keep pushing for accountability and liberty in the firearms world!
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