Patrick Eddington, a Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute and author of The Triumph of Fear, examines President Trump's executive order on firearms. He highlights the significant missed opportunities related to Second Amendment rights. Eddington critiques the Mexican government's lawsuit against Smith & Wesson, questioning its lack of documentation and legal grounding. The conversation delves into the implications for the firearms industry and the challenges in holding manufacturers liable, revealing the complexities of gun rights and regulation amidst ongoing violence.

Patrick Eddington, a senior fellow at the Cato Institute and author of "The Triumph of Fear," delves into the historical roots of federal surveillance and political repression in America. He discusses the rise of government surveillance post-McKinley's assassination, highlighting Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson's expansive measures. Eddington explores the tension between civil liberties and national security during wartime, as well as the legacy of these practices from early 20th century through the Cold War, revealing how fear continues to shape modern governance.

Patrick Eddington, a Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute and author of 'The Triumph of Fear', delves into the resurgence of scrutiny faced by civil society groups in the U.S. He draws chilling parallels to the House Un-American Activities Committee, discussing how current Congressional actions may prioritize political gains over pressing national issues. Eddington highlights the dangers of targeting marginalized organizations and warns against the erosion of First Amendment rights, questioning the implications of such scrutiny in today's political landscape.

Patrick Eddington, a policy analyst at Cato focusing on surveillance and accountability, dives into the critical issues surrounding warrantless federal surveillance. He sheds light on the challenges of obtaining internal audits revealing unauthorized FBI queries on Americans. The conversation highlights the urgent need for transparency amid reauthorization efforts and discusses strategies to ensure accountability. Eddington advocates for restoring constitutional safeguards, stressing the importance of proper cause and warrants to protect individual rights against invasive surveillance practices.

National security and civil liberties expert Patrick Eddington discusses the potential removal of an unAmerican provision in the NDAA. The podcast addresses concerns on indefinite detention of US citizens in the act and efforts to amend or repeal controversial provisions, including a proposed amendment by Matt Rosendale. The bipartisan efforts to reform legislation impacting constitutional rights are also explored, emphasizing the necessity of actively reassessing laws for the benefit of constitutional liberties.