Federal Overreach: Wyoming Couple's Rights Ignored in Raid
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**Chaos Unleashed: ATF Raids Wyoming Couple in Alarming Show of Force**
A shocking early-morning raid in Wyoming has ignited outrage and concern over the tactics of federal law enforcement agencies, underscoring a troubling divide between state and federal firearm regulations.
Randy Kane and Noreen Scroggins of Big Horn were abruptly awakened on November 23, 2023, to the horrifying sounds of agents pounding on their door and shouting commands to come outside.
In a terrifying scene, a heavily armed team of Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) agents, dressed in full tactical gear, stormed their property under the pretense of serving a search warrant.
The warrant stemmed from allegations related to Kane’s firearm possession—despite the fact that Wyoming law had recently restored the firearm rights of nonviolent felons, a status Kane believed applied to him.
Kane, who was convicted of a federal nonviolent felony over 20 years ago, had obtained a restoration certificate from Governor Mark Gordon’s office.
He expressed confusion and fear during the raid, describing the overwhelming number of agents and laser sights pointed at him. “I felt like I was a porcupine,” he remarked.
This incident raises critical questions about the overreach of federal agencies and the rights of individuals residing in states that have taken steps to restore Second Amendment rights for nonviolent offenders.
The disturbing raid appears to highlight a crucial gap between state and federal laws regarding gun ownership, particularly for those with felony convictions.
While Wyoming has endeavored to mend the rift, federal authorities still designate such individuals as prohibited possessors, regardless of the state's findings.
Mark Jones, the national director of Gun Owners of America, voiced his disapproval of the situation, emphasizing the need for legislative changes to prevent similar occurrences from happening again.
“My heart goes out to Randy and Noreen, and this shouldn’t happen to anyone else in Wyoming or across the country,” said Jones, indicating that a new bill is set to be introduced to clarify the state’s firearm rights restoration process.
The couple's nightmare didn’t end with the chaos of the raid; they have yet to retrieve their seized firearms—38 weapons in total, dismantling not only their sense of security but also their hopes for the future.
In a shocking twist, investigators questioned Kane about possible explosives on the property, a claim both he and Scroggins vehemently dismissed as absurd.
The traumatizing experience has left them unable to return to normalcy, plagued by lingering fears and confusion about the encroachment of federal power.
“We just want our lives back,” Kane said solemnly, and with support from advocates like Jones, they may just take the necessary steps to seek justice.
As calls for legislative reform mount, this incident stands as a stark reminder of the continual battle over gun rights and the preservation of individual freedoms in the face of governmental authority.
Sources:
cowboystatedaily.com
theepochtimes.com
thegatewaypundit.com
A shocking early-morning raid in Wyoming has ignited outrage and concern over the tactics of federal law enforcement agencies, underscoring a troubling divide between state and federal firearm regulations.
Randy Kane and Noreen Scroggins of Big Horn were abruptly awakened on November 23, 2023, to the horrifying sounds of agents pounding on their door and shouting commands to come outside.
In a terrifying scene, a heavily armed team of Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) agents, dressed in full tactical gear, stormed their property under the pretense of serving a search warrant.
The warrant stemmed from allegations related to Kane’s firearm possession—despite the fact that Wyoming law had recently restored the firearm rights of nonviolent felons, a status Kane believed applied to him.
Kane, who was convicted of a federal nonviolent felony over 20 years ago, had obtained a restoration certificate from Governor Mark Gordon’s office.
He expressed confusion and fear during the raid, describing the overwhelming number of agents and laser sights pointed at him. “I felt like I was a porcupine,” he remarked.
This incident raises critical questions about the overreach of federal agencies and the rights of individuals residing in states that have taken steps to restore Second Amendment rights for nonviolent offenders.
The disturbing raid appears to highlight a crucial gap between state and federal laws regarding gun ownership, particularly for those with felony convictions.
While Wyoming has endeavored to mend the rift, federal authorities still designate such individuals as prohibited possessors, regardless of the state's findings.
Mark Jones, the national director of Gun Owners of America, voiced his disapproval of the situation, emphasizing the need for legislative changes to prevent similar occurrences from happening again.
“My heart goes out to Randy and Noreen, and this shouldn’t happen to anyone else in Wyoming or across the country,” said Jones, indicating that a new bill is set to be introduced to clarify the state’s firearm rights restoration process.
The couple's nightmare didn’t end with the chaos of the raid; they have yet to retrieve their seized firearms—38 weapons in total, dismantling not only their sense of security but also their hopes for the future.
In a shocking twist, investigators questioned Kane about possible explosives on the property, a claim both he and Scroggins vehemently dismissed as absurd.
The traumatizing experience has left them unable to return to normalcy, plagued by lingering fears and confusion about the encroachment of federal power.
“We just want our lives back,” Kane said solemnly, and with support from advocates like Jones, they may just take the necessary steps to seek justice.
As calls for legislative reform mount, this incident stands as a stark reminder of the continual battle over gun rights and the preservation of individual freedoms in the face of governmental authority.
Sources:
cowboystatedaily.com
theepochtimes.com
thegatewaypundit.com
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