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NRA Working To Kill ATF Plan To Curb Gunrunning To Mexico

First Posted: 12/15/10 01:14 PM ET Updated: 05/25/11 07:20 PM ET

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Washington Post:

Behind the scenes, federal agents in charge of stopping gun trafficking to Mexico have quietly advanced a plan to help stem the smuggling of high-powered AK-47s and AR-15s to the bloody drug war south of the border.

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Behind the scenes, federal agents in charge of stopping gun trafficking to Mexico have quietly advanced a plan to help stem the smuggling of high-powered AK-47s and AR-15s to the bloody drug war south...
Behind the scenes, federal agents in charge of stopping gun trafficking to Mexico have quietly advanced a plan to help stem the smuggling of high-powered AK-47s and AR-15s to the bloody drug war south...
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AbeMartin 08:30 AM on 12/16/2010
The National Rifle Association is owned and operated primarily to support the corporate interests of the manufacturers of handguns, rifles and automatic weapons.  How many billions of dollars is the Department of Defense spending each year to keep a steady flow of these weapons moving into Iraq, Afghanistan, the roughly 700 foreign military bases we support around the world, or our various "allies"  Read More...
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AZreb
equal-opportunity Independent heathen
08:43 AM on 12/17/2010
Have looked in vain for several stories about the problems on the border - not a mention of them. Ten people killed in border city - four police officers killed in border city - those two incidents happened in Mexico. Now a U.S. Border Patrol officer was shot and killed in AZ by drug and/or human smugglers - four have been captured and one is on the run. Evidently a shoot-out between BP agents and the smugglers.

We have items regarding incidents in other countries, some not even nearly as pertinent to our own country as these - why not stories on what is happening regarding the problems on our own border?

But to this article - how many of the arms "made in the USA" are those we supplied to the Mexican army and police units? We know that they regularly defect to the cartels and more than likely take their weapons with them.
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JimInHouston
Arma virumque cano...
09:32 AM on 12/17/2010
"But to this article - how many of the arms "made in the USA" are those we supplied to the Mexican army and police units? We know that they regularly defect to the cartels and more than likely take their weapons with them. "

Unfortunately, the Mexicans ain't sayin', and the BATFE probably doesn't have that information.
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AZreb
equal-opportunity Independent heathen
08:34 PM on 12/17/2010
But they have the numbers on the weapons - and I would hope that our government keeps lists of the weapons (with numbers) on file.
08:43 AM on 12/17/2010
This is what happens when you actually have principles; you stand by them. You don't make decisions simply because the ends justify the means.

The NRA isn't opposing this measure because they want guns to go to Mexico, they are opposing it because they are against the methods used on American gun buyers to implement it.
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08:49 AM on 12/17/2010
'RageCage' wrote: "The NRA isn't opposing this measure because they want guns to go to Mexico, they are opposing it because they are against the methods used on American gun buyers to implement it."

Very, VERY well stated!

Old SF
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anothervoice2
Mitt has secret accounts in 7 countries
10:47 AM on 12/17/2010
What methods exactly are they objecting to?
 
Name one method they would be okay with to help law enforcement track and assess the impact of this traffic of guns from the USA to Mexico?! Backed up by a non-NRA link as proof?!
10:54 AM on 12/17/2010
I have no idea. I'm not the NRA. I'm simply going by what the article says:

"a measure strongly opposed by the National Rifle Association: requiring gun dealers to report multiple sales of rifles and shotguns to ATF. "

That's why the NRA is against this particular bill, NOT because they want more guns to go to Mexican drug dealers.
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Dimensio
I just don't know what went wrong!
02:41 PM on 12/17/2010
What methods exactly are they objecting to?
As I have stated previously, the National Rifle Association is opposing the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives imposing a requirement that licensed firearm retailers report purchases of multiple long gun because that agency lacks the legal authority to impose such a requirement.
08:22 AM on 12/17/2010
The NRA is a lobby for the weapons manufacturers and their members are little more to them than the Tea Party was to the Republicans who co-opted them.
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JimInHouston
Arma virumque cano...
09:33 AM on 12/17/2010
You really should look these things up before you opine.
11:23 AM on 12/17/2010
I know what I see. And I'm not some anti-gun liberal. I've owned numerous weapons; I'm a veteran who was trained in numerous weapons - and I can shoot as well as anyone of you bang bang boys on this or any other blog.
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anothervoice2
Mitt has secret accounts in 7 countries
10:49 AM on 12/17/2010
So true. 
The NRA successfully managed to get gun mfrs exempt from liability laws.
 
Apparently the only limit to gun rights is when someone actually commits a crime, and is convicted, where law enforcement has to overcome onerous NRA-drafted restrictions/limitations to get that conviction.
 
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Old Jarhead
often tested, always faithful, brothers forever
11:24 AM on 12/17/2010
"The NRA successful­ly managed to get gun mfrs exempt from liability laws." anothervoice2

Umm, no. The law you are referring to does not release the firearms manufacturers from any liability regarding their firearms. The law in question tell overzealous prosecutors that the firearms industry may not be held liable for the illegal acts of 3rd parties. If that were possible, the alcohol manufacturers could be held liable for the death and destruction that occurs as a consequence of their legal product.

"Apparently the only limit to gun rights is when someone actually commits a crime, and is convicted" anothervoice2

When did the Department of Pre-Crime come into existence? I am at a loss to determine what it is you are advocating for, other than illegal and onerous restrictions. Have you ever bought a firearm legally? It is not the simple matter you seem to imagine.
11:31 AM on 12/17/2010
false--the only legislation remotely close is aimed at BC/LCAGB/MAIG lawsuits aimed at bankrupting the industry for the criminal actions of third parties
07:52 AM on 12/17/2010
OOooooo better look out, the NRA boogieman might be under your bed!

What is with all these brady talking points pushing fear and paranoia? They all sound like a bunch of 'baggers......lol.......or did I just pass the nursery school?
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babyboomerorig
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07:46 AM on 12/17/2010
I find it interesting that we have a gun organization supporting all the killing going on in Mexico.

Obviously, they are against humanity.
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CelticMajic
The answer lies in each of us individually
01:58 PM on 12/17/2010
other than an outrageous comment, do you have a constructive comment?
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Dimensio
I just don't know what went wrong!
02:37 PM on 12/17/2010
I find it interesting that we have a gun organization supporting all the killing going on in Mexico.
Which organization is this?
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Ascoli
06:08 AM on 12/17/2010
Goddam American guns are everywhere in Mexico and Canada.,,,,NRAs god god god in the......USA.
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Dimensio
I just don't know what went wrong!
07:26 AM on 12/17/2010
I am unable to parse your statement.
10:06 AM on 12/17/2010
Ya know, you reminded me. I need to pick up my new shotgun this weekend.
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Old Jarhead
often tested, always faithful, brothers forever
02:17 PM on 12/17/2010
My latest was a Remington, O/U in 12 gauge, about 4 years ago. What are you getting? It is always satisfying to exercise ALL of our rights.
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12:36 AM on 12/17/2010
Don't you know by now the Obama admin has no intention ever of doing anything to impede the sale of American weapons around the world. He's fully engaged in the sham wars on drugs, terror, and Afghanistan which are the primary consumers of these weapons. He's part of the problem, not the solution.
12:35 AM on 12/17/2010
Let's stay focused. There are already laws that the ATF can use to prosecute illegal arms traffickers...
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RevJimIII
Open Carry Oklahoma!!
12:38 AM on 12/17/2010
You are correct, there seems to be a desire to create more statutes which increase authority without increasing effectiveness.
07:47 AM on 12/17/2010
But by increasing authority, you'll need an increase in manpower, an Jobs Jobs Jobs is the flavor of the day. Any increase in effectiveness is just accidental.
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Old Jarhead
often tested, always faithful, brothers forever
09:45 AM on 12/17/2010
Welcome back, Rev. Have you completed the move to OK?

Hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas.
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senatortruth
Fox keeps me "INFROMED"!
12:16 AM on 12/17/2010
Dimensio

What legislativ­e act do you propose to end this already criminal behaviour?
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senatortruth

Which YOU support, or YOU would want an END to it, right???

LOL!
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Dimensio

I do not "support" the previously described criminal actions. Your claim is therefore a lie.
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No, that's YOUR realm.

REAL Americans like MYSELF are tired of it.

Not YOU, of course...

LOL!
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Dimensio
I just don't know what went wrong!
12:19 AM on 12/17/2010
Your personal attacks do not validate your position.
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senatortruth
Fox keeps me "INFROMED"!
12:20 AM on 12/17/2010
Since you KNOW it is CRIMINAL, what do YOU propose?

LOL!
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anothervoice2
Mitt has secret accounts in 7 countries
12:25 AM on 12/17/2010
Every opposing viewpoint or post that highlights the disingenuous pro-NRA talking points is not an attack! Nor is it personal. A response to accusations or claims is just that - a response. 
 
BTW the tag teaming and whining isn't pleasant either.
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senatortruth
Fox keeps me "INFROMED"!
12:00 AM on 12/17/2010
SouPro

“No one can buy a rifle in Georgia without a valid state ID and a background check. A very quick Google check confirms that this is the case for North or South Carolina.

Why do you have to lie senatortru­th?â€
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I DON'T lie. I tell the TRUTH.

ONE EXAMPLE: Go to the swap meet at Exit 13, I-26 (Fletcher/Mountain Home) in NC, just

south of Asheville on any day the meet operates, such as the weekend.

ALL you can buy, and some of the sellers had FELONIES, and shouldn't possess a firearm.

The good ole boys just wink and take the CASH...

TRUTH, unlike what YOU speak...
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Dimensio
I just don't know what went wrong!
12:07 AM on 12/17/2010
What legislative act do you propose to end this already criminal behaviour?
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senatortruth
Fox keeps me "INFROMED"!
12:12 AM on 12/17/2010
Which YOU support, or YOU would want an END to it, right???

LOL!
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JimInHouston
Arma virumque cano...
12:11 AM on 12/17/2010
"some of the sellers had FELONIES, and shouldn't possess a firearm."

Did you contact law enforcement?

If not, why not?
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anothervoice2
Mitt has secret accounts in 7 countries
11:31 PM on 12/16/2010
"Please identify the specific due process procedures utilized prior to adding a name to the "no fly" list."
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Wow! Seriously?
The NRA would want full disclosure of intelligence gathering methods to concede that people on that no fly list may perhaps be ill-intentioned?! Wouldn't disclosing that compromise national security?!
And if said intelligence gathering is not 100% perfect - not a misspelled name, not an error - then anyone on that list should be allowed to buy a gun?!
The NRA could advocate for  and help support legislation for due process - that allows for the innocent who are on that list erroneously to have their names removed. There are other proactive, productive cooperative ways to address the issue rather than insisting that everyone on that list be allowed to buy a gun.
 
 
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Dimensio
I just don't know what went wrong!
11:33 PM on 12/16/2010
If due process is not applied prior to placing a name upon the "no fly" list, then the list cannot reasonably be utilized as a basis for abridging any Constitutionally protected liberty.
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anothervoice2
Mitt has secret accounts in 7 countries
11:40 PM on 12/16/2010
You mean "due process" the way the NRA is interpreting it.
 
Nothing in the Constitution expressly gives the NRA the right to adjudicate whether due process was followed.
 
There is no evidence the govt is flouting due process. There may be errors - but that only means the "due process" system needs to be improved. Nothing more.
11:37 PM on 12/16/2010
So then you can't...
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RKBA 2A
DON'T TREAD ON ME
10:58 PM on 12/16/2010
Is that Obama in the picture with those rifles?
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OdinsEye
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10:49 PM on 12/16/2010
How exactly will requiring reporting of multiple long gun sales address the use of firearms in drug cartel violence in Mexico?

How many long guns purchased in the US do we know have been used in drug cartel violence in Mexico?
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rotorhead1871
who are you jivin' with that cosmic debris?...
10:45 PM on 12/16/2010
ATF vs NRA...now that is going to be a shootout!!!!
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Tazzie
10:43 PM on 12/16/2010
I would comment but what would be the point as once again this thread is dominated by those who show up on every firearms thread and harass anyone who doesn't agree with their NRA right wing stance.
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Dimensio
I just don't know what went wrong!
10:47 PM on 12/16/2010
I do not hold a "right wing stance".
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RevJimIII
Open Carry Oklahoma!!
10:49 PM on 12/16/2010
My 'stance' is to hold up any attempt at a use of authority to the Constitution. I also appreciate opininos but prefer to have citation or proof for any direct assertions of 'fact'.