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ATF HQ
U.S. Department of Justice
@ATFHQ
Official ATF X account. 1-888-ATF-TIPS or [email protected] We do not collect information through this account: justice.gov/doj/privacy-po…
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    ATF HQ
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFHQ
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    Our sincere sympathies are with Odessa Fire Rescue and the family and friends of Lieutenant Isai Huerta, who died from injuries sustained while fighting a residential fire. He served as a firefighter for nine years. #LODD #LastAlarm @ATFDallas
    Memorial tribute for Lieutenant Isai Huerta of Odessa Fire Rescue, Texas. Last Alarm: June 14, 2026.
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    ATF HQ
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFHQ
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    ATF is proposing to amend the definition of “importation” under GCA and NFA regulations. The changes would: •Create a parallel exclusion from import requirements for items placed in Customs Bonded Warehouses, matching the existing exclusion for Foreign Trade Zones. •Remove the
    ATF proposes amending firearm import rules for customs-bonded warehouses and foreign trade zones under RIN 1140-AA93.
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    ATF HQ
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFHQ
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    #HSTF Case: “Firearms trafficking is a serious crime that puts guns in the hands of the criminals that terrorize our communities in the United States and Canada.” #WeAreATF @HSTFNCC
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    ATF Philadelphia
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFPhiladelphia
    21h
    HSTF case: Illegal Alien from Canada Sentenced to 160 Months in Prison for Conspiracy to Smuggle 65 Handguns from U.S. into Canada Durante King-Mclean of Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, was sentenced to more than 13 years in prison for conspiring with others to illegally traffic in
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“Firearms trafficking is a serious crime that puts guns in the hands of the criminals that terrorize our communities in the United States and Canada. 
King-Mclean’s lengthy sentence reflects the seriousness of his crime and shows the heavy penalties perpetrators can expect. 
This case also demonstrates the strength of our cooperation with our local and international law enforcement partners to protect our communities from violent gun crime.”
Eric J. DeGree, Special Agent in Charge ATF Philadelphia Field Division
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    ATF San Francisco
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFSanFrancisco
    Jun 23
    It’s kickoff time at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium! ATF and our partners are working hard to ensure the safety of everyone during the match. @ATFSanFrancisco wishes everyone a safe and happy time at the game! #FIFAWorldCup
    The photo is of an ATF Special Agent and fellow law enforcement partner working to ensure public safety at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium for the FIFA World Cup match on June 22nd.
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    ATF HQ
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFHQ
    20h
    "Those who threaten the safety of our communities with drugs and violence will be held accountable." #HSTF #WeAreATF
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    ATF Charlotte
    @ATFCharlotte
    23h
    A N.C. gang member was sentenced today to 15 years in federal prison for fentanyl distribution. This prosecution is part of Operation Counterpunch, a Homeland Security Task Force initiative. Full release from @USAO_EDNC in the comments.
    Quote from ATF reading “The outcome of this case demonstrates that those who threaten the safety of our communities with drugs and violence will be held accountable,” said Special Agent in Charge Alicia Jones. “The collaborative efforts among law enforcement partners, and the focus and objective of the Homeland Security Task Force, have been invaluable in helping to identify, apprehend and prosecute the violent groups and individuals that jeopardize our public safety.”
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    ATF HQ
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFHQ
    21h
    .@ATFStPaul, @FBIMinneapolis, and the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety are partnering to enter 500+ firearms from evidence into ATF’s National Integrated Ballistic Information Network. ATF is providing a mobile #NIBIN van which will help expedite casing acquisitions
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    ATF HQ
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFHQ
    Jun 22
    After an eight-week operation to fight gun violence and drug trafficking in Dayton, Ohio, 47 defendants were charged and 43 individuals are in federal custody following arrests last week. This intelligence-driven operation was led by @ATFColumbus with support from @HSIDetroit,
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    Quote from Jorge A. Rosendo praising the ATF Columbus Field Division's dedication and impact on Dayton, Ohio community.
    Special Agent in Charge Jorge A. Rosendo delivers remarks.
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    ATF Columbus
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFColumbus
    Jun 22
    The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is offering a reward of $2.500 for information leading to the arrest of Isaiah Chancellor. Isaiah Chancellor is wanted by the ATF in the Southern District of Ohio. He has a federal warrant for various drug offenses.
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    ATF Columbus
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFColumbus
    Jun 22
    The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is offering a reward of $2.500 for information leading to the arrest of Anthony Scott. Anthony Scott is wanted by the ATF in the Southern District of Ohio. He has a federal warrant for various drug and firearms
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    ATF Philadelphia
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFPhiladelphia
    Jun 22
    BREAKING NEWS: @ATFPhiladelphia members are assisting the West Norriton Fire Marshal at the four-alarm warehouse fire at the 2500 block of Industry Lane in West Norriton Township. For further information contact West Norriton Fire Marshal, the lead investigating agency.
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ALERT!
(888) ATF-TIPS, www.ATF.gov, @ATFHQ
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    FOX 29
    @FOX29philly
    Jun 22
    Firefighters are battling a massive fire that erupted Monday at a warehouse facility in West Norriton. fox29.com/news/3-alarm-f…
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    ATF HQ
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFHQ
    Jun 22
    When we work together, we win together. ATF, @HSI_HQ, and our state and local partners continue to work side by side to identify criminal networks, disrupt trafficking and keep communities safe, at the #FIFAWorldCup2026 and throughout the year. @HSTFNCC @DHSgov
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    ATF HQ
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFHQ
    Jun 22
    A young fan stopped to shake hands with an ATF Special Agent at the @FIFAWorldCup match in Kansas City. Asked why, he said: “Because they help us. If there are any bad guys out there, they’ll protect us.” ATF agents and K-9 teams are working around the clock to keep spectators
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    ATF HQ
    U.S. Department of Justice
    @ATFHQ
    Jun 22
    ATF is proposing to clarify rules for importing firearm barrels and frames/receivers with dual sporting and non-sporting use. FFLs may import them if a sporting configuration exists at the time of importation. Once lawfully imported, the parts may be used in sporting,
    ATF proposes rule for importing dual-use firearm frames, receivers, or barrels.
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