New Mexico Governor Suspends The Constitution With An "Emergency Order"

Published on September 10, 2023
Duration: 8:56

This video critically analyzes New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's emergency order suspending firearm carry in Albuquerque. The speaker, acting as a firearms instructor and legal commentator, argues the order is unconstitutional, a violation of civil rights, and potentially constitutes multiple felonies. He highlights the governor's justification of gun crime as a public health crisis and contrasts it with the sheriff's concerns about constitutional challenges and law enforcement liability.

Quick Summary

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an emergency order banning firearm carry in Albuquerque, citing gun crime as a public health crisis. Critics argue this order is unconstitutional, violates the Second Amendment and civil rights, and potentially constitutes felonies, with law enforcement facing civil liability concerns.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: NM Governor's Emergency Order
  2. 00:11Firearm Ban in Albuquerque Announced
  3. 00:41Governor Defends Order (Press Conference Clip)
  4. 01:19Governor's View on Constitutional Rights
  5. 01:48Analysis of Governor's Justification
  6. 02:00Historical Precedent of Suspending Rights
  7. 02:27Second Amendment as a Civil Right
  8. 02:49Governor's Justification: Crime Examples
  9. 03:02Governor's Stated Goals for the Order
  10. 03:42Acknowledgement of Inability to Arrest Criminals
  11. 04:08Criminals Will Ignore the Ban
  12. 04:21Order as a Message, Not Enforcement
  13. 04:48New Mexico Law on Qualified Immunity
  14. 05:25Sheriff's Statement on Constitutional Challenge
  15. 05:48Sheriff's Concerns on Law-Abiding Citizens
  16. 06:11Allegations of Governor Committing Felonies
  17. 06:18Impeachment vs. Criminal Charges
  18. 06:37Comparison to Extreme Tactics
  19. 06:46David Hogg's Stance on the Order
  20. 07:10Call for Arrest and Punishment
  21. 07:13Insanity of the Situation
  22. 07:37Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What did New Mexico's governor do regarding firearm carry?

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an emergency health order banning anyone from carrying a firearm, concealed or open, in Albuquerque, citing gun crime as a public health crisis.

Why is the governor's emergency firearm order controversial?

Critics argue the order is unconstitutional, violates the Second Amendment and civil rights, and potentially constitutes multiple felonies. The governor's justification of gun crime as a public health crisis is also disputed as a basis for suspending rights.

What are the legal implications of the New Mexico firearm ban?

The ban is argued to be unconstitutional and a violation of civil rights. Furthermore, due to New Mexico's 2021 law removing qualified immunity, law enforcement officers could face personal civil liability if they enforce the order.

What is the sheriff's stance on the governor's emergency order?

Sheriff Alan stated that the temporary ban challenges the foundation of the constitution, which he swore to uphold. He is wary of placing deputies in positions that could lead to civil liability conflicts and potential risks to law-abiding citizens.

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