‘“Following in the abusive footsteps of … repressive regimes, the New Jersey Attorney General has taken a series of actions to suppress Smith & Wesson’s speech,” in order to hurt the company “both financially and reputationally,” the manufacturer wrote.’
The gun manufacturer Smith & Wesson Brands Inc. sued New Jersey this week after the state demanded information about how the company has advertised to residents.
New Jersey subpoenaed Smith & Wesson in October for an array of documents, according to the complaint. While the request “allegedly seeks evidence of consumer fraud,” its real purpose is to weaken Smith & Wesson and the 2nd Amendment, the lawsuit alleges. The company says it shouldn’t have to hand over any documents.
“Following in the abusive footsteps of … repressive regimes, the New Jersey Attorney General has taken a series of actions to suppress Smith & Wesson’s speech,” in order to hurt the company “both financially and reputationally,” the manufacturer wrote.
By Blake Nelson