Expert Insights
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August 10, 2026
Felony Murder Sentencing After Commonwealth v. Lee, Restoring Constitutional Punishment Without Abandoning Public Safety
In 2014, Derek Lee took part in an armed robbery of a Pittsburgh home. While Lee was in another room, his co-defendant shot and killed the homeowner during a struggle. A jury acquitted Lee of first-degree murder, but he was found guilty of second-degree murder.
Op-Ed
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August 5, 2026
New Mexico can’t afford to be left behind in America’s public safety comeback
All across America, public safety is improving. Violent crime is falling, homicides are down, and communities that spent years grappling with lawlessness are beginning to see progress. This news is a welcome relief for every American.
Research Report
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August 4, 2026
Threat to American Freedom: How the National Firearms Act Taxed and Tracked Everyday Americans
The National Firearms Act of 1934 (NFA) was one of the first federal gun control laws enacted in the United States. Knowing that Congress lacked the constitutional authority to categorically ban firearms, proponents of the NFA looked to the Harrison Narcotics Tax Act of 1914, which established a novel taxation and registration regime to effectively ban opiates, as a roadmap for “regulation through taxation.”
Statement
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July 28, 2026
New Crime Data Confirms America First Policies Make Communities Safer
The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) released the following statement in response to new crime data that shows violent crime continued to decline during the first half of 2026. Compared to the first half of 2025, homicides fell 18%, [AGF2.1]robberies dropped 17%, carjackings declined 47%, gun assaults decreased 6%, and residential burglaries fell 13%.
Op-Ed
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July 28, 2026
Does your state protect your family from sexual predators?
Most Americans believe the sex offender registry tells them exactly what potential threats live in their neighborhood. Parents use it before buying a home, choosing a school, or letting their children play outside, trusting that it provides a complete picture of potential danger.
