Hour two of Eye on the Target Radio dives deeply into federalism, firearms law, and current Second Amendment developments. Rob and Amanda begin with a discussion of interstate commerce and federal supremacy, focusing on South Dakota's proposal to deregulate suppressors manufactured and kept within the state. They explain how similar efforts in Montana and Tennessee failed under federal court rulings, with judges relying on the idea that firearms could eventually enter interstate commerce. The hosts debate whether South Dakota's approach could succeed, whether it might pressure federal regulators, and how loosening state laws could attract firearms manufacturing and economic growth.

The conversation transitions into firearms industry news, highlighting new product releases from major manufacturers. Particular attention is given to Smith & Wesson's Bodyguard 2.0, a slim concealed-carry handgun that reflects ongoing trends toward smaller, flatter designs, especially beneficial for women who carry concealed. The hosts discuss market shifts, noting how Smith & Wesson may regain ground following SIG's recent quality controversies.

Later in the hour, the focus turns to the courts. Rob and Amanda examine upcoming "sensitive places" cases moving through the Third Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court, explaining how these rulings could determine where firearms may legally be carried nationwide. They also explore a potentially landmark rights-restoration case involving a nonviolent felon who used a firearm in self-defense during a home invasion and now faces prosecution, raising questions about standing, necessity, and constitutional limits on firearm prohibitions.

The show also covers broader Second Amendment developments, including Department of Justice actions against California jurisdictions for excessively delaying concealed carry permits, signaling increased federal scrutiny of permit processing abuses. The hosts discuss shifting public trust in media, citing surveys showing widespread skepticism toward mainstream news narratives, particularly among younger Americans.

In the final portion of the program, Rob and Amanda highlight positive developments in firearms education, including a federally funded University of Wyoming initiative aimed at creating balanced, historically grounded Second Amendment curriculum resources for K–12 education. They also recognize NRA grassroots leaders recently honored in Washington, arguing this recognition signals the NRA's renewed influence following years of legal and political turmoil.

Throughout the hour, the hosts blend legal analysis, industry insight, cultural commentary, and humor, reinforcing the central theme that constitutional rights, informed citizens, and responsible gun ownership remain closely tied in a rapidly changing legal and political environment.

This episode of Eye on the Target Radio opens with Rob Campbell and Amanda Suffolk exchanging lighthearted stories about winter shooting alternatives, including unconventional CO₂-powered dart guns, crossbow pistols, and basement-friendly training tools. While some of these devices are legally classified like pellet guns, the hosts stress they are not toys and require adult judgment and strict safety awareness.

The conversation shifts to everyday gun ownership, touching on firearm maintenance habits, the historical reasons behind frequent cleaning, and practical holiday gift ideas for gun owners. Rather than novelty items, the hosts recommend replenishing trusted cleaning supplies and emphasize responsible storage and safety practices.

Midway through the show, Rob and Amanda discuss their nomination for the Gundys, the firearms industry awards, encouraging listeners to vote while acknowledging fellow nominees and highlighting Olympic shooter Lanny Barnes for her exceptional and almost unbelievable marksmanship skills.

The program then moves into deeper legal and legislative analysis. The hosts explain the collapse of Missouri's Second Amendment Protection Act after state and federal courts declined to uphold it, noting that lawmakers are already working on revised language. They also explore the evolving Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, which would allow licensed individuals to carry across state lines while still respecting private property rights and restricted government locations. Statistics show concealed carry participation continues to grow nationwide, especially among women, reinforcing the hosts' argument that national reciprocity would reduce accidental legal violations caused by unknowingly crossing state borders.

The discussion continues with changes to the National Firearms Act, including the removal of the tax fee for suppressors and short-barreled firearms beginning January 1, while paperwork requirements remain in place. Ongoing court cases, including Fifth Circuit rulings, are examined, with a clear reminder that current laws must still be followed until formal changes take effect.

The episode wraps with commentary on firearms advertising restrictions on social media platforms, updates from advocacy and training organizations, and repeated emphasis on education, constitutional literacy, and responsible gun ownership. Throughout the show, humor and candid discussion balance serious legal analysis, reinforcing the central message that staying informed and engaged is essential to protecting Second Amendment rights.

In hour two of Eye on the Target Radio, the hosts focused heavily on ongoing legal and regulatory battles affecting gun rights and drug laws. They started with the upcoming Supreme Court case, U.S. vs. Khomeini, which centers on marijuana use and firearm ownership. The discussion highlighted the conflict between state and federal law, pointing out the difficulty in regulating marijuana users the same way as prescription drug users or alcohol users because current testing can't determine real-time impairment from marijuana. This technological limitation complicates enforcement and raises questions about fairness. The conversation also touched on Missouri's Second Amendment Preservation Act, which resists federal enforcement in certain cases, and the nuances of its wording that create tension between state and federal authorities.

The hosts then addressed the broader theme of federal law enforcement and its interaction with individual rights. They discussed how agencies like the DOJ, ATF, and the courts handle cases, including the disqualification of U.S. attorneys in multiple states, highlighting how judicial appointments and lawfare can affect outcomes. Specific cases mentioned included Letitia James' investigations into the NRA and Trump, and a Delaware teen arrested for bringing a gun to school, with commentary on delayed law enforcement responses and procedural fairness.

The show explored controversial ATF prosecutions, including a man jailed for advertising a device that could convert a firearm into a machine gun, despite not manufacturing or selling it himself. The discussion emphasized inconsistencies in law enforcement, arbitrary lines of illegality, and the potential for reform under new political climates.

Later, the show focused on recent Supreme Court rulings, particularly the 2022 Bruin decision, and how it influences gun rights by considering historical precedent. Ohio's law allowing 18-to-20-year-olds to purchase handguns was discussed as an example of states preparing for changes under this ruling, noting that federal restrictions still apply but state-level adjustments aim to align with potential interpretations of the Second Amendment.

Throughout the segment, the hosts interwove commentary on ethics, fairness, and the practical challenges of implementing and enforcing laws related to firearms and controlled substances, emphasizing the tension between personal freedoms and regulatory oversight. They also repeatedly mentioned ongoing issues with law enforcement overreach, judicial bias, and the importance of citizen awareness and activism in defending Second Amendment rights.

Rob and Amanda open the show discussing their nomination for The Gundy Awards, a Second Amendment–focused popularity contest recognizing podcasters, writers, influencers, shooters, and industry innovators. They describe the award categories, major nominees (like Hickok45, Cam Edwards, Gabby Franco, and others), and note that voting is open at thegundys.com until December 15, with the ceremony during SHOT Show in January.

They share humorous stories about appearance standards at the awards, costuming anecdotes from being on the set of White Boy Rick, and joke about clothing, kilts, and memorable personalities in the gun community.

The conversation transitions into firearm culture stories—buying youth rifles (Crickets), teaching kids to identify their firearms by serial number, and how people learn to memorize numbers in general. They talk about firearm wear, "working guns" versus collectible guns, and the history and character revealed in heavily used firearms.

They also discuss preferences for pistols versus long guns, noting that many shooters gravitate toward one platform. Rob argues that mastering a pistol makes mastering a rifle much easier. They wrap up by previewing upcoming discussions about active court cases affecting firearms rights.

The radio hosts open hour two by discussing the importance of the Second Amendment and questioning why earlier generations didn't resist gun-control laws more aggressively. They talk about U.S. gun-control history, including the buildup to the 1968 Gun Control Act, noting that the NRA had warned about it for years.

The conversation shifts to how social attitudes and economic hardships from the early 1900s through the Depression shaped gun culture, ammunition availability, and firearm innovations. They share anecdotes about people improvising with ammunition during hard times and discuss unusual historical shotgun practices like "ringing" shells.

They then cover a current news story about a British man who visited Florida, went shooting, posted a photo online, and was later arrested in the U.K. for "causing distress" and "stalking" simply by sharing the picture. The hosts contrast this with American freedoms and warn listeners that similar social-media-based gun restrictions could eventually appear in the U.S.

Next, they air sponsor messages and return to a discussion of national security. They talk about America's dependence on imported materials like steel, aluminum, gunpowder, primers, minerals, and even ammunition, arguing that EPA regulations and economic pressures have shut down domestic production. They reference past ammunition shortages and emphasize how vulnerable the U.S. would be if imports were cut off.

The segment ends with more sponsor ads and a segue into a new story about teen gun-store break-ins in New Mexico.

The hosts, Amanda Suffolk and Rob Campbell, open Eye on the Target Radio with lighthearted banter about taking photos for upcoming trade shows, joking about selfies, bad angles, and their hobby of rehabbing old houses. They then shift into gun-rights news, focusing on several major legal developments involving the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Second Amendment.

1. DOJ Involvement in Wolford v. Lopez (Hawaii "Sensitive Places" Case)

• The Trump-era DOJ has asked the Supreme Court to participate in oral arguments.

• The case challenges Hawaii's rule requiring explicit permission to carry firearms in most places ("vampire rule").

• DOJ argues the rule has no historical analogue because historically property owners posted no-gun signs, not gun-allowed signs.

• Oral arguments are scheduled for January 20.

2. DOJ's Mixed Role in 2A Cases

• The DOJ has supported gun-rights positions in major cases like Heller and Bruen.

• This creates tension because they are now also defending the National Firearms Act (NFA) in court.

3. National Firearms Act (NFA) and the "Big Beautiful Bill"

• A recent budget bill reduced the $200 NFA tax to $0, but cannot remove the paperwork.

• Some gun-rights groups argue that if the NFA tax is $0, it can no longer be justified as a tax law, so the NFA should be invalidated.

• DOJ counters that there is still a special occupational tax tied to FFLs that deal with NFA items.

• Gun organizations (NRA, GOA, FPC, SAF) have all filed lawsuits challenging the NFA under this new framework.

4. Why DOJ Might Be Fighting the NFA Cases

• Rob suggests DOJ may be opposing these lawsuits strategically so that the cases can reach the Supreme Court.

• If the DOJ stopped opposing early, some cases might end at lower courts without a national ruling.

5. Broader Gun Regulation Issues

• Discussion expands into:

  • Ghost gun regulations

  • How firearms serialization didn't exist until 1968

  • Confusion in ATF record-keeping

  • How varied gun manufacturer naming schemes make compliance messy

Throughout the segment, several sponsors and related organizations are promoted, including:

• Realize Firearms Awareness Coalition

• Riding Shotgun with Charlie

• The Complete Combatant

• John Petrolino's Decoding Firearms

• Locked-In Grip

• Rust Is Bad

• DC Project

Eye On The Target Hour 2
The show discusses national concealed-carry reciprocity, noting that Donald Trump previously stated he would sign such legislation if it reached his desk. Hosts argue it faces challenges in the U.S. Senate, though growing opposition from anti-gun groups suggests the bill has a real chance of advancing. They criticize the Fraternal Order of Police for opposing H.R. 38, saying it misrepresents both state-rights arguments and how easily law enforcement can verify out-of-state permits.

They compare national reciprocity to driver's license recognition, arguing it would function similarly. The hosts mock claims that police couldn't verify permits from other states and share anecdotes about interstate ticketing and identification.

The conversation shifts to New York City's dramatic increase in firearm and concealed-carry permit applications following the Supreme Court's Bruen decision. With police retirements rising and residents expressing a desire for self-protection, many New Yorkers are shocked by the lengthy and complex permitting process after believing media claims that guns are easy to obtain.

The hosts then review Everytown for Gun Safety's Thanksgiving messaging, which frames gun-related debates and myths for holiday discussions. They push back against Everytown's data, arguing that:

• Criminals acquire guns regardless of laws.

• Strong gun laws don't reduce violence, pointing to Chicago.

• Defensive gun uses—often involving no shots fired—are undercounted.

• Gun-control groups manipulate statistics to fit their narrative.

The segment briefly includes humor, banter between the hosts, commercials, and references to organizations supportive of firearms training and advocacy.

Later, they mention a Queens, NY case where a senior citizen defended himself with a gun but ended up jailed—highlighting what they view as New York's unjust system for lawful gun owners.

The hosts, Amanda Suffolk and Rob Campbell, open Eye on the Target Radio with updates on recent community activism around local zoning changes. Their township attempted to insert anti-gun regulations, safety rules, and even restrictions impacting Amanda's earth-sheltered home into the zoning manual.

A large public turnout at earlier meetings caused officials to table the gun-related proposals, but the community wasn't satisfied. Amanda and Rob organized neighbors, distributed information, researched options, and brought in statements from organizations like the Ohio Citizens Defense League—one warning the proposed rules were unconstitutional and could lead to lawsuits.

At the next meeting, over 150 residents attended, surprising township leaders. The community pushed two options:

1. Remove the overreach from the zoning book, or

2. Pursue the "nuclear option" of eliminating zoning entirely.

They collected half the needed signatures for the latter during the meeting. Their message to listeners: pay attention to local overreach and get involved.

Amanda reads humorous AI-generated descriptions of Rob. Highlights include:

• Rob is portrayed as the technical gun geek with deep mechanical firearm knowledge.

• Their on-air dynamic is described as "playful sibling rivalry"—Amanda energetic, Rob technical.

• AI attributes expertise, historical knowledge, and collector insight to him.

• Some descriptions amuse the hosts, especially claims he favors "thoughtful regulation." Amanda counters that Rob is more of a "paint your keister blue and yell freedom" type.

They joke about who really plots their activism—Amanda executing plans while Rob quietly steers from behind the scenes.

Throughout the show, multiple sponsor messages air, including:

• Realize Firearms Awareness Coalition

• Project ChildSafe

• The Complete Combatant training

• Riding Shotgun with Charlie

• Decoding Firearms

• Locked-In Grip

• Rust is Bad

• Various local firearms businesses

• D.C. Project

In the final minute, Amanda notes an upcoming news topic:

• The ATF is back in the headlines, and President Trump has nominated Robert Cekada for ATF leadership.