Topic: Supreme Court

Michael New faced a court-martial for disobeying orders to wear a United Nations uniform while serving as a medic in Germany. Following a guilty verdict where evidence of his motivation was suppressed, his legal team appealed through the federal district court and the Supreme Court, both of which declined to intervene before military proceedings concluded. The case currently awaits a decision from the Army Court of Criminal Appeals in Falls Church, Virginia, amid allegations of procedural delays and a lack of official recording.

The hosts discuss the concept of a "Republican form of government" where the governed, through the jury system, have the ultimate authority to interpret the Constitution. They challenge the Supreme Court's power to define rights and criticize the legal education system for kowtowing to Bar Associations.

Michael Allison faced felony charges in Crawford County, Illinois, for recording audio of law enforcement in public. A local judge ruled the Illinois eavesdropping statute unconstitutional, citing public pressure and media attention, though the state is currently appealing the decision to the Illinois Supreme Court. Allison remains under travel restrictions and bail conditions while the case proceeds through the legal system.

Alex Jones asserts his right to self-defense, noting that the Supreme Court has ruled that police are not legally obligated to protect individuals. He shares a personal story about a 243 rifle given to him by his grandfather, vowing never to surrender his firearms. He also claims that new police officers are being trained in academies to ignore the Constitution.

Dr. Laura Presley, a business owner and sexual assault survivor, challenges the legality of TSA's invasive pat-down procedures under the Fourth Amendment. Sheriff Hamilton and Chief Acevedo respond that they must follow federal law and Supreme Court precedents regarding airport security, as they lack the authority to nullify federal TSA policies. They suggest that legal challenges must be settled in the highest courts to change current national security protocols.

The discussion moves to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and the pending Supreme Court case regarding the Davidians' sentences. Clive Doyle evaluates his lawyer, Dan Cogdell, and lead counsel Mike DeGaren, suggesting the defense was hampered by a lack of funds for expert witnesses.

A spokesperson for the District Attorney reportedly claimed that citizens have no "right to socialize" based on Supreme Court rulings. The hosts counter that the U.S. is a Republic where the "governed" interpret the Constitution through the jury system. They advocate for jury nullification as a check on government power and criticize the legal system for protecting corrupt officials through "sovereign immunity."

Army Specialist Michael New faced a court-martial after refusing to wear a United Nations uniform and insignia while serving as a medic in Germany. New argued that his oath of allegiance was exclusively to the United States and that being forced to serve under a Finnish general violated the Constitution. After losing in federal district court and the Supreme Court, the legal team is currently awaiting a decision from the Army Court of Criminal Appeals regarding the 1996 hearing.

Gene Ritter provides an on-the-ground report from the Rick McLaren trial in Alpine, Texas. He argues that the court lacks jurisdiction over the Republic of Texas and criticizes the judge for ignoring established law. Ritter also discusses the presence of federal informants, the lack of evidence regarding "bombs," and the media's failure to provide fair coverage of the standoff and subsequent trial.

The Supreme Court's ruling that the Brady Law was a Tenth Amendment infringement is discussed, with the hosts noting that many states and local police departments have chosen to ignore the ruling. They argue that local control is being subsumed by federal "thugs" and international banking interests. The departure of Austin's police chief, Elizabeth Watson, to join the federal government is cited as an example of this centralization.

In further street interviews, citizens express the belief that the US government allows drug corridors to remain open and that the CIA should be abolished due to consolidated power. Jones highlights the contradiction of living in a "free country" while the government actively devalues the First, Second, and Tenth Amendments. He reiterates that local states are ignoring Supreme Court rulings on the Brady Law.

Alex Jones attempts to interview police officers at the Austin Police Department headquarters regarding the Supreme Court's ruling on the Brady Law. He is told that cameras are not allowed inside and is rebuffed by an officer who refuses to give a personal opinion while on duty. Jones characterizes the encounter as a sign of a "gearing up police state" where individuals are afraid to speak outside of bureaucratic scripts.

Schiff warns that information provided on tax returns can be used for criminal prosecution, effectively acting as a waiver of Fifth Amendment rights. He contrasts this with the immunity given to bookmakers to ensure they file wagering taxes, highlighting the "criminal character" of the tax system.

The Davidians' legal battle moved toward the Supreme Court, focusing on the 30-year mandatory minimum sentences added to the weapons charges. Supporters argue that since the defendants were acquitted of the underlying violent crimes, the "use of a firearm" enhancement should be invalid. Figures like Graham Craddock remained imprisoned despite claims that they never fired their weapons during the 51-day siege.