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EPISODE · Jan 28, 2026 · 16 MIN

Should Guns Be Allowed at Protests?

from The Smerconish Podcast · host Michael Smerconish

Michael unpacks today’s poll question: "Should it be unlawful to conceal carry at a demonstration?" In the wake of the fatal Minneapolis shooting this past weekend, he examines gun laws at protests, Second Amendment contradictions within the GOP, and what the Supreme Court’s Heller decision actually allows. With states split on whether firearms are permitted at demonstrations, this episode explores where constitutional rights collide with public safety — and why this debate is suddenly front and center. Listen here, then vote! And please rate, review, and share this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael unpacks today’s poll question: "Should it be unlawful to conceal carry at a demonstration?" In the wake of the fatal Minneapolis shooting this past weekend, he examines gun laws at protests, Second Amendment contradictions within the GOP, and what the Supreme Court’s Heller decision actually allows. With states split on whether firearms are permitted at demonstrations, this episode explores where constitutional rights collide with public safety — and why this debate is suddenly front and center. Listen here, then vote! And please rate, review, and share this podcast.

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Michael unpacks today’s poll question: "Should it be unlawful to conceal carry at a demonstration?" In the wake of the fatal Minneapolis shooting this past weekend, he examines gun laws at protests, Second Amendment contradictions within the GOP,...

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