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Press Release: Idaho Second Amendment Alliance Condemns Gun-Free Zone at Caldwell Night Rodeo

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 15, 2025 RIGBY, ID — The Idaho Second Amendment Alliance (ISAA) is calling out the Caldwell Night Rodeo for enforcing a gun-free zone that undermines the rights of law-abiding Idahoans and jeopardizes public safety. “Gun-free zones don’t make anyone safer—they make citizens more vulnerable,” said Greg Pruett, President of ISAA. “Rodeos are […]

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Caldwell PD’s Rodeo Fees Draw Fire from Canyon County Sheriff

A dispute is brewing between the Caldwell Police Department and Canyon County Sheriff Kieran Donahue over security costs for this week’s Caldwell Night Rodeo. At issue: CPD’s decision to charge extra for law enforcement presence at large events like the CNR. Donahue didn’t mince words in an interview with KIVI Channel 6, calling the move […]

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Caldwell Night Rodeo Sparks Backlash for Banning Guns

Some Idaho gun owners say they will boycott the Caldwell Night Rodeo (CNR) due to its controversial “gun-free zone” policy. In a state that understands gun-free zones are soft targets—not safety measures—many Idahoans are stunned that a rodeo, of all places, would adopt such a policy. Criminals don’t follow signs, and disarming law-abiding citizens only […]

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ISAA Launches New Tool to Help Idahoans Understand Idaho’s Gun Laws

The Idaho Second Amendment Alliance has launched a new Idaho Gun Laws section on our website—designed to help Idahoans navigate common questions about firearm laws in our state. We’ve compiled and continue to refine answers to frequently asked questions. This is not legal advice, but a general guidance from the ISAA. All interpretations reflect ISAA’s […]

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Connecticut Greenlights Legal Attacks on Gun Makers

Connecticut’s governor has signed a bill into law that will allow lawsuits against firearm manufacturers. Governor Ned Lamont (D) has signed HB 7042, which goes into effect on October 1. Connecticut is the latest state to take aim at the Second Amendment by increasing lawfare efforts to shut down manufacturers. The bill allows victims of […]

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Anti-Gun Charges Dropped Against NFL Player

Charges have been dropped against an NFL player who was arrested for having firearms that the state of California deemed scary. Last week, Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman was on his way to the gun range when he was pulled over by police. The reason for the initial stop was for vehicle-related violations. After […]

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Guns with Greg (Ep. 1): Boise Self-Defense Shooting, McCluskey Guns

The Idaho Second Amendment Alliance has launched a new podcast called Guns with Greg. Greg Pruett is the President of the Idaho Second Amendment Alliance. The goal of GWG is to break down the latest news in the Second Amendment world, and in particular, anything 2A related here in Idaho. Greg will also be working […]

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McCloskeys Get AR-15 Back, Still Fighting for Handgun

It’s been five years since BLM riots swept the country, and the McCloskeys are finally getting their AR-15 back. There were several widespread stories about gun owners during the BLM riots: Kyle Rittenhouse and the McCloskeys. Rittenhouse defended himself and was taken to trial. He was ultimately acquitted on all charges. Mark McCloskey, however, never […]

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Boise Store Turns Violent as Employee Fights Off Trio in Self-Defense Shooting

A male employee at a Boise business fired a weapon in self-defense after being attacked by three individuals. Boise Police report that one of the suspects, Bailey Geesey, entered the business and stole alcohol. The employee confronted the 18-year-old female, instructing her to leave and not return. That’s when things took a violent turn. The […]

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Montana Bans Local Red Flag Laws

Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has signed House Bill 809, preventing local municipalities from enacting, enforcing, or supporting Red Flag Gun Confiscation Orders. Red Flag laws are the biggest tool gun control advocates are using to go after gun owners. The laws don’t require a criminal charge, trial, or conviction. Many blue states, and even some […]