Videos tagged with Justice Scalia

This video discusses the confirmation of Jennifer Mascot to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals, a significant victory for President Trump and the Second Amendment agenda. The confirmation is crucial for an upcoming on banc hearing on October 15, 2025, concerning New Jersey's ban on AR-15s and standard-capacity magazines. The speaker, Mark Smith, a constitutional attorney and Second Amendment advocate, emphasizes that while confirmed, Mascot cannot officially sit as a judge until President Trump signs her commission and she is sworn in. The addition of Mascot is expected to shift the court's balance, potentially favoring Second Amendment rights in the New Jersey case.

This video analyzes the current status of two critical Second Amendment cases before the US Supreme Court: Snope v. Brown (Maryland's semi-automatic rifle ban) and Ocean State Tactical v. Rhode Island (magazine capacity bans). The host, Mark Smith, a constitutional attorney and member of the Supreme Court bar, discusses the low probability of a per curiam opinion similar to Kitano v. Massachusetts due to the unique circumstances of Justice Scalia's death. He estimates a very low chance of the Court granting certiorari this term, with a higher probability of denial or relisting. Smith emphasizes the importance of these cases for the future of Second Amendment rights.

This video, featuring insights from Justice Antonin Scalia, explains the concept of the 'structural Constitution' as the primary protector of American freedoms, including the Second Amendment. It argues that the system of separation of powers, federalism, and checks and balances is more crucial than the Bill of Rights alone in preventing tyranny and preserving liberty. The video emphasizes that gridlock, often seen as a negative, is a deliberate feature designed to protect minorities and prevent excessive legislation.

This video features an interview with Judge Amal Thapar discussing his book on Justice Clarence Thomas and the concept of originalism in constitutional interpretation. The discussion emphasizes honoring the original public meaning of the Constitution, drawing parallels to contract law and the intent of the framers. It highlights how originalism prioritizes the will of the American people over judicial discretion and explores key Supreme Court cases like McDonald v. Chicago and New York Times v. Sullivan to illustrate these principles.

This video discusses the critical role of the late Judge Larry Silberman in protecting the Second Amendment, particularly his influential opinion in Parker v. District of Columbia, which laid the groundwork for the landmark Heller v. DC Supreme Court decision. The host, Mark Smith, a constitutional attorney and Supreme Court bar member, highlights Silberman's intellectual contributions, his mentorship of key legal figures like Justice Amy Coney Barrett and advocate Paul Clement, and the ironic twists of fate that shaped his impact on gun rights jurisprudence.

This episode of Gun Talk Radio discusses the upcoming Supreme Court case, New York State Rifle and Pistol Association v. City of New York, which is the first Second Amendment case the court has taken in nearly a decade. Host Tom Gresham, broadcasting from Washington D.C., explains the potential impact of the case, particularly regarding the level of scrutiny applied to Second Amendment challenges. He details the history of the case, the arguments surrounding mootness, and the potential outcomes, including the possibility of strict scrutiny being applied, which could invalidate numerous gun control laws.

This YouTube video features Larry Pratt, Executive Director Emeritus of Gun Owners of America (GOA), interviewing Rafael Cruz, father of Senator Ted Cruz. The discussion centers on significant political and constitutional topics including the passing of Justice Scalia, Senator Ted Cruz's legislative stance on the Second Amendment, and Rafael Cruz's new book, "A Time for Action." The interview is presented through the Gun Owners News Hour Radio platform, aiming to inform and engage the gun-owning community on relevant issues.

This News Minute from the NRA Institute for Legislative Action discusses the passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and its perceived impact as a turning point for the Second Amendment. The report highlights the significance of this event for gun rights in the United States.

This video discusses a Breitbart News article by Ken Klukowski, featuring an interview with Cam Edwards. The core topic revolves around media claims that Justice Scalia stated the Supreme Court might limit the Second Amendment. The article and discussion aim to refute these media interpretations, suggesting the media is misrepresenting Scalia's position on the Second Amendment.