The Michael Knowles Show Ep. 1808 - Of Course, We Should Disarm Transvestites
Sep 5, 2025
The discussion dives into the contentious issue of gun rights and transgender identity, raising questions about mental fitness for firearm ownership. Florida's decision to end vaccine mandates sparks a debate on individual autonomy versus public health. There’s also a critical look at the moral underpinnings of liberalism, contrasting it with religious ideologies. The closing segment tackles listener queries about bullying, capital punishment, and the challenges of recreational marijuana use, all woven together with humor and societal insights.
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Trans Identity And Gun Eligibility
- Michael Knowles argues transgender identity reflects a severe mental disorder that should affect gun eligibility.
- He frames restricting firearms for those identifying as opposite sex as consistent with existing laws about mental defectiveness.
Personal Gun Ownership Disclosure
- Knowles states he is a lifetime NRA member and personally owns guns.
- He uses this to frame his acceptance of some gun restrictions while defending gun rights generally.
Legal Path To Disarmament
- Knowles cites 18 U.S. Code § 922(g)(4) to argue DOJ could bar firearm possession by those adjudicated mentally defective.
- He says labeling transgenderism as mental illness would let the government restrict guns without new legislation.