Virginia's Rebellion Has Officially Begun
In Virginia, several law enforcement officials are refusing to enforce a new gun law signed by Governor Abigail Spanberger. This law, which bans the sale and transfer of AR-15s, has been deemed unconstitutional by some commonwealth's attorneys. The growing opposition highlights a significant divide over Second Amendment rights in the state.
- ▪Commonwealth's Attorney Ryan Mehaffey stated the new assault weapons ban is unconstitutional.
- ▪Several commonwealth's attorneys and sheriffs are joining Mehaffey in refusing to enforce the law.
- ▪Sheriff Jimmy Ayers emphasized the right of citizens to bear arms as long as they are qualified individuals.
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Virginia's Rebellion Has Officially Begun By Teri Christoph | 6:42 PM on May 26, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/Steve Helber If you think the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation is a fine time for conservative areas of blue and purple states to make a stand against tyranny, you're not alone. It turns out that several top law enforcement officials in the commonwealth of Virginia – and, really, is there a more appropriate setting? – are refusing to enforce Democrat Gov. Abigail Spanberger's most controversial new law.
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