Timcast IRL · September 9, 2023 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #857 New Mexico Just DECREED GUNS ILLEGAL, Democrat SUSPENDS Possession
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode #857 aired on September 9, 2023, featuring Tim Pool and co-hosts discussing a controversial executive order by New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham that banned the carrying of firearms, both open and concealed, in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County for 30 days. Brandon Herrera, a YouTuber and Second Amendment absolutist who is running for Congress in Texas, joined the panel to discuss the constitutional implications of the order. The hosts drew historical parallels to weapon seizures, noting that such actions throughout history have often preceded conflict. Phil Labonte, lead singer of All That Remains, and Ian Crossland also participated in the discussion. The episode also covered breaking news about a Georgia grand jury voting to indict three Republican members of the Senate, including Lindsey Graham, though those indictments were later declined. The panel emphasized concerns about executive overreach and the precedent set by decree-based gun restrictions.
TL;DR
- →New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an executive order declaring a public health emergency and banning firearm possession in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County for 30 days
- →Brandon Herrera, a YouTuber and congressional candidate, joined to discuss the constitutional implications of the gun ban
- →The panel discussed historical precedents of weapon seizures, noting they have historically led to conflict between citizens and authorities
- →Georgia grand jury voted to indict three Republican Senate members including Lindsey Graham over election interference allegations
- →The hosts emphasized concerns about executive overreach and the precedent of governors bypassing legislative processes to restrict rights
- →Phil Labonte and co-hosts analyzed the political and legal ramifications of the emergency order
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and Breaking NewsTim Pool introduces the shocking story about New Mexico's gun ban and discusses the constitutional implications
- 6:30Detailed Story BreakdownThe panel reads from NewsGuard certified articles about the governor's executive order and its scope
- 7:55Historical ContextTim Pool draws parallels to historical weapon seizures and their outcomes throughout world history
- 12:00Guest IntroductionBrandon Herrera joins and discusses his background as a gun rights advocate and congressional candidate
- 20:00Georgia Grand Jury DiscussionPanel discusses the breaking news about Senate indictments and its political implications
Notable Quotes
“The governor of New Mexico has just decreed the possession of guns to be illegal. That's the headline. I'm not exaggerating.”
— Tim Pool · opening segment introducing the main story
“We've seen this kind of things happen in various countries happen throughout history and they almost always I think it's fair to say always lead to very very very awful outcomes sometimes it takes a little bit longer for the awful outcome but typically disarming the population by decree results in active conflict.”
— Tim Pool · main discussion about historical precedent of weapon seizures
“I am one of the most 2A absolutists you'll ever meet. I've even argued with Republicans about the right to keep and bear nuclear weapons and biological weapons.”
— Brandon Herrera · guest introduction and stance on Second Amendment
“This is beyond unconstitutional, but I will tell you this right now. I'm willing to believe the police with smiles on their face will arrest you if you have a weapon.”
— Tim Pool · analysis of the executive order's enforcement implications
“I'm Phil Labonte. I'm the lead singer of All That Remains. I'm an anti-communist and counter-revolutionary.”
— Phil Labonte · co-host introduction and positioning