.@ATFHou led a coordinated multi-agency operation across East Texas this week, resulting from a 2022 firearms burglary investigation in Jasper. Seven suspects were taken into custody, with an eighth already incarcerated on an unrelated charge. “These arrests demonstrate exactly what can be achieved when federal, state, and local partners unite behind a shared mission,” said ATF Houston Special Agent in Charge Michael Weddel. “Our investigators worked relentlessly to identify those responsible and bring them to justice." Thanks to our partners from the Texas Department of Public Safety, Jasper Police Department, @USMarshalsHQ Angelina County Sheriff’s Office, Lufkin Police Department, Homeland Security Investigations-Beaumont, @FBI Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force, and the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office. More at #WeAreATF#

ATF’s National Integrated Ballistic Information Network has generated more than 1.2M leads from ~7.7M pieces of ballistic evidence. In FY 2025 alone, 418 NIBIN locations generated 193K+ new investigative leads offering a faster, smarter way to link shootings and disrupt violence. Learn how law enforcement agencies are using #NIBIN# to bridge cases across jurisdictions and solve more shootings at #CrimeGunIntel# #WeAreATF#

.@ATFDirectorRC spoke with FFLGuard TV about why doing the right thing by the American people is personal for him. Watch the full interview at #WeAreATF#

ATF Chief Counsel Robert Leider has submitted his resignation and will return to his role as Assistant Professor of Law at George Mason University’s Antonin Scalia Law School. We thank Mr. Leider for his service and wish him well in his return to academia. More at

ATF is warning the public about an ongoing phone scam in which individuals falsely identify themselves as an ATF employee. ATF will never contact the public by phone to demand any personal information. Report calls to the FBI at More at

ATF is on the ground in Clermont County, Ohio, bringing specialized technical expertise with the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network capabilities to support local law enforcement efforts in fighting gun crime. This mobile hub, based at @ClermontSheriff, will serve as a base for analyzing crime scene evidence and spent shell casings which will help investigators quickly connect violent crimes, identify offenders, and hold violent criminals accountable. Together, we’re working to reduce violent crime and protect our communities. More at #WeAreATF# #CrimeGunIntel# #NIBIN# @ATFColumbus

ATF has upgraded its alert system for federal firearms and explosives licensees to the BEACON/Everbridge platform to strengthen and streamline emergency and other critical communications with licensees. The FFLAlert notification announced Sept. 8, 2026, was an official and authorized ATF communication. Learn more about the new system at

ATF’s relationship with America’s firearms industry is built on partnership, communication & mutual respect; NOT fear. Great visit with Noreen Firearms & Silent Strike Suppressors alongside Montana AG Austin Knudsen. Supporting innovation, American manufacturing, public safety, and defending the #SecondAmendment# go hand in hand.

ATF is responding to a cybersecurity incident affecting a standalone system not connected to the ATF enterprise network, ATF eForms system, or any other ATF system. The system was quickly shut down when the breach was discovered. This is an ongoing investigation. Press release: