Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is pushing a state constitutional amendment that would ban standard American rifles and other commonly owned firearms.

Walz belongs to a political class that supports armed protection for themselves—but not for everyday Americans. The message is clear: self-defense is a privilege, not a right.

For years, Walz has failed to convince the legislature to pass such a ban. Now, he may pivot to a familiar tactic: letting lawmakers say, “We’ll let the people decide.”

This maneuver gives politicians cover while advancing unconstitutional restrictions on gun owners.

Meanwhile, the U.S. Supreme Court is expected to take up the issue of AR-15 bans soon. That decision could render Walz’s efforts moot—but until then, gun owners must stay vigilant and continue to push back.

Here in Idaho, we’re fortunate not to face such threats. But we’re watching closely to see what SCOTUS decides—and how it could impact the national landscape for Second Amendment rights.