cross-posted from: https://lemmy.blahaj.zone/post/31827143

https://bsky.app/profile/esqueer.net/post/3lyvrgzxt6s2y

https://www.youtube.com/live/N0LfbIY6vhM

In a press conference following an extremely Hitlerian display by Stephen Miller and JD Vance at the White House, Donald Trump stated his intentions to declare Antifa - a leaderless antifascist groundswell and general mindset - a domestic terrorist organization.

After that, some asshole who has not yet been identified asked Trump if he would consider ordering the removal of transgender flags from 14th Street in DC on the grounds that they "incite violence". Trump had a positive reaction to the question, but stated that such a removal would probably be challenged on free speech grounds. However, said asshole followed up by stating that the flag is often used by Transtifa - a moniker often used by transgender antifascists - and claimed that means the flag not only incites violence, but represents terrorism.

Trump's somewhat noncommittal stance shifted immediately, and he stated that he believes he can get away with banning the transgender flag based on those grounds.

If he follows through with this, fam, using the transgender flag in any way may very well result in a formal accusation of engaging in domestic terrorism. The future of the flag is most certainly at stake

Sticky note is to cover the S/N.

Edit: It's a Zastava M91SR, with a POSP 4x24 scope, and a Harris bipod.

I have a 12-gauge Mossberg 500, but I primarily use it for deer hunting with slugs. I want to get a handgun to add to my collection, primarily for self-defense. I don’t plan on concealed carrying at the moment. Glock G19 Gen 5 seems like the way to go, imo, but I’d love to hear any reasons why there might be a better alternative I should look into.

In light if recent events, I thought it prudent to voice the following:

If you post here, or elsewhere. You need to consider that you may be used as an example.

I'm not trying to fear monger.

I dislike "optics" as something to be aware of.

But right now, we are all ambassadors for the trans community, and trans gun owners.

Keep a level head, keep your wits about you, stay humble.

Don't make yourself an example of "see!!! Told you!!!"

Does anyone know of any good queer or queer supportive youtube channels that specialize in showcasing guns?

I’m getting bored of forgotten weapons and i’ve heard he’s a fascist.

Any suggestions would be quite welcome.

Sorry ahead of time for being a but if a buzzkill but safety is very important and should not be taken lightly.

Noticed a fair few folks making posts that leave serial numbers visible, and also a decent amount of selfies, both of which can very much be a dangerous thing to do, particularly as part of a targeted minority, and especially if you make your location known, and more so with the current political climate in the US.

Serial numbers visible can make it very easy for a bad actor to report that your gun was stolen from them, and with cops, particularly in the US, that alone can be a death sentence reguardless of the facts.

As for selfies not saying to never do selfies but please do be aware it can be dangerous and generally a bad idea to advertise your face, that you are trans and the fact you have firearms, to a political administration that doesn't want you to exist and is happy to find excuses to target you.

Ultimately I would advise for safety to cover you face with a bandana if you must have your face in a post, and to always covor up your serual numbers while posting a picture where it would be visible in any way, even if its blurry.

Moved in with housemates so needed to get a real locking cabinet.

Typical for me...

ordered a blank with custom engraving.

I have a friend who has a mill and jigs.

During the machining, the alignment jig slipped a couple thou and the trigger group will not install.

Now it's just an aluminum paperweight.