Topic: Remington Shotgun

The discussion covers the media's attempt to link the Navy Yard shooting to violent video games like Call of Duty and Black Ops. They highlight the initial false reports that an AR-15 was used, when the weapon was actually a Remington pump-action shotgun. Anderson Cooper's reporting is cited regarding phrases etched into the shotgun, including "My ELF weapon" and "Better off this way."

The U.S. Department of Education has issued a federal tender for the purchase of 27 Remington Model 870 tactical shotguns equipped with modified sights and Wilson Combat components. The procurement of combat-grade weaponry by a civilian education agency is questioned, as the specific law enforcement purpose for these firearms remains unclear in the public filing.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued a solicitation on FedBizOpps to purchase Remington Model 870 Police 12-gauge pump-action shotguns. These weapons are intended for the Criminal Investigation Division. The move is questioned as an escalation of force for a tax collection agency that already possesses wage garnishment powers.