Rep. Joe Walsh Defends Constitution from United Nations

Published on December 10, 2011
Duration: 8:55

Congressman Joe Walsh discusses his Second Amendment Protection Act (HR 3594), designed to block US funding to the United Nations if it pursues gun control measures affecting American citizens through treaties like the Arms Trade Treaty. He expresses concern over potential requirements for gun owner registration, microstamping ammunition, and bans on semi-automatic firearms, viewing these as backdoor attempts to enact gun control and infringe upon constitutional rights and national sovereignty.

Quick Summary

Congressman Joe Walsh's Second Amendment Protection Act (HR 3594) aims to halt US funding to the UN if it pursues gun control impacting Americans via treaties like the Arms Trade Treaty. Concerns include potential gun registration, microstamping, and semi-automatic bans, seen as threats to constitutional rights and sovereignty.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & AG Holder Testimony
  2. 00:47Fast and Furious Investigation
  3. 02:09Need for Independent Investigation
  4. 02:49UN Arms Trade Treaty Concerns
  5. 03:01Second Amendment Protection Act (HR 3594)
  6. 03:31Potential Treaty Provisions
  7. 04:01Post-American President Critique
  8. 04:20Blocking UN Funding
  9. 05:02Freedom and Sovereignty at Stake
  10. 05:34Participation in Treaty Drafting
  11. 06:09Anti-Gun President Assessment
  12. 06:42Mexico's Role in Treaty
  13. 07:14Criticism of UN Body
  14. 07:34Support for HR 3594
  15. 08:34Call to Action for Gun Owners

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Second Amendment Protection Act (HR 3594)?

The Second Amendment Protection Act, HR 3594, is legislation proposed by Congressman Joe Walsh. Its primary goal is to block US funding to the United Nations if the UN attempts to implement gun control measures that would affect American citizens, particularly through international treaties like the Arms Trade Treaty.

What are the main concerns regarding the UN Arms Trade Treaty?

Concerns about the UN Arms Trade Treaty include potential requirements for gun owner registration, microstamping of ammunition, and bans on semi-automatic firearms. Critics argue these are backdoor attempts to enact gun control and infringe upon the constitutional rights and sovereignty of US citizens.

How can citizens support the Second Amendment Protection Act?

Citizens, particularly gun owners, are encouraged to contact their elected representatives via phone or email. The goal is to urge them to become co-sponsors of HR 3594, the Second Amendment Protection Act, to ensure the bill gains traction and its issues are brought to public attention.

Why is Congressman Walsh concerned about the UN's influence on US gun laws?

Congressman Walsh believes that the UN, through treaties like the Arms Trade Treaty, poses a threat to American constitutional rights and national sovereignty. He argues that allowing the UN to dictate gun control policies bypasses the US legislative process and undermines the Second Amendment, especially under an administration he views as prioritizing international bodies over American interests.

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