Virginia Governor Declares State Of Emergency & Bans All Guns At The State House

Published on January 16, 2020
Duration: 3:44

This video discusses the Virginia Governor's executive order banning firearms at the State Capitol during a planned rally on January 20th. The speaker argues this order is unconstitutional, violating the Second Amendment, Virginia's Constitution, and a specific 2012 state law. The governor's stated reasoning of intelligence regarding white nationalist groups planning violence is challenged by the Capitol Police Chief's denial of any such threats. The speaker encourages attendees to carry firearms despite the order, stating they will be attending and carrying.

Quick Summary

The Virginia Governor's executive order banning firearms at the State Capitol during a rally is argued to be unconstitutional. It allegedly violates the Second Amendment, Virginia's Constitution, and a 2012 state law. The governor cites intelligence of potential violence, but the Capitol Police Chief reportedly denies knowledge of specific threats.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction & Unconstitutional Bills
  2. 00:25Focus on January 20th Rally & Gun Ban Rumors
  3. 00:45Reasons the Gun Ban is Illegal
  4. 01:27Governor's Official Announcement & Reasoning
  5. 01:48Governor's Justification: White Nationalists & Threats
  6. 01:55Capitol Police Chief's Statement on Threats
  7. 02:27Single Entry Point for Rally Attendees
  8. 02:59Speaker's Intent to Attend and Carry
  9. 03:16Encouragement to Carry Lawfully
  10. 03:29Conclusion: See You on the 20th

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Virginia Governor's executive order regarding firearms?

The Virginia Governor has issued an executive order banning firearms at the State Capitol grounds during a planned rally on January 20th. The speaker argues this order is unconstitutional and unlawful.

Why is the Virginia gun ban considered unconstitutional?

The speaker claims the ban violates the Second Amendment, Virginia's Constitution (which restricts such bans to shelter-in-place scenarios), and a 2012 state law specifically prohibiting the governor from enacting such prohibitions.

What is the governor's stated reason for the gun ban?

The governor's stated reason is intelligence suggesting white nationalist groups are planning violent activity at the rally. However, the Capitol Police Chief has reportedly denied receiving any information about such threats.

What are the potential dangers of the single entry point for the rally?

The speaker warns that a single entry point creates a dangerous 'choke point' that could lead to crowd control issues, panic, and stampedes, making the rally less safe for attendees.

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