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Gun Training Surge: Women and Minorities Seek Empowerment

2/11/2026

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The shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents has sparked interest in firearm training among women, people of color, and liberals.
Gun trainers report requests for classes as they hear concerns about Second Amendment rights and government overreach.
Tom Nguyen, a firearms instructor, says his classes are fully booked through April.
The trend mirrors the 2020 spike in gun ownership after George Floyd's murder, signaling a broad shift in attitudes.

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Story summary

The shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents has sparked interest in firearm training among women, people of color, and liberals.
Gun trainers report requests for classes as they hear concerns about Second Amendment rights and government overreach.
Tom Nguyen, a firearms instructor, says his classes are fully booked through April.
The trend mirrors the 2020 spike in gun ownership after George Floyd's murder, signaling a broad shift in attitudes.