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Lt. Col. Allen West, Executive Director of the American Constitutional Rights Union, breaks down the left's most dangerous tactic: accusing everyone else of what they're actually doing. In this episode of Live Free TV, West takes on: The Marxist left's projection problem, from Antifa's masked attacks to the SPLC's manufactured hate Virginia's blatant redistricting power grab under Governor Abigail Spanberger, going from 6-5 to 10-1 against 48% of voters who said no The National Popular Vote Interstate Compact (NPVIC) and how 17 states plus DC are quietly gutting the Electoral College Why Hakeem Jeffries wants ICE banned from polling locations, and what that tells you about who they want voting The disgraceful 135-day sentence handed to 19-year-old illegal immigrant Israel Ortiz for groping nine high school girls in Fairfax County, including a 13-year-old Why sanctuary states like Virginia are unconstitutional on their face How the 287(g) program lets sheriffs and ICE work together to keep communities safe The truth about America as a constitutional republic, not a democracy, and why the left needs you to forget the difference This isn't about political parties. It's about a philosophy of governance rooted in the rule of law, individual rights, and the Constitution. Get informed. Get educated. Get activated. Visit theacru.org to learn more about the American Constitutional Rights Union and the Committee to Support and Defend (CSD), building the nation's largest constitutional conservative veterans network. theacru.org supportanddefend.org/join Steadfast and loyal. #AllenWest #ACRU #Constitution #LiveFreeTV #Virginia #VoterIntegrity #287g #NPVIC #ConstitutionalRepublic

Lt. Col. Allen West sits down with Sheriff Keith Swank of Pierce County, Washington, the former Seattle SWAT commander who helped clear the CHAZ/CHOP autonomous zone in 2020. Now serving as the first outsider ever elected sheriff in Pierce County's 172-year history, Swank pulls back the curtain on what one-party rule looks like from inside the badge. In this episode of Live Free TV, Sheriff Swank breaks down: The 7,000 violent illegal aliens living in Pierce County, and the state law that blocks his deputies from working with ICE Washington's "Keep Washington Working Act" and how the attorney general personally targets officers who cooperate with federal agencies Senate Bill 5974, the new law letting the state decertify and remove sheriffs over social media posts Why he's legally forbidden from hiring his own attorney, even at his own expense The threats against his life and why he refuses to back down What it was like commanding SWAT the morning they finally retook CHAZ This is a firsthand account of constitutional law enforcement under siege, and a warning about what happens when ideology replaces the rule of law. Follow Sheriff Swank on X: @Swank4America Learn more about ACRU and the fight to defend constitutional sheriffs: https://theacru.org Check out the Committee to Support and Defend (CSD), building the largest constitutional conservative veterans organization in the country. https://SupportAndDefend.org  If this story matters to you, hit like, subscribe, and share. The fight for Pierce County is the fight for every county in America. #LiveFreeTV #AllenWest #SheriffSwank #ACRU #Constitution #LawEnforcement #Washington

Sheriff Kyle Burton of Mille Lacs County, Minnesota joins Lt. Col. Allen West to talk about what happened when he signed a 287(g) task force agreement with ICE — and Attorney General Keith Ellison tried to shut it down.  Sheriff Burton ignored the AG's ultimatum, kept working with federal agents, and has assisted in 10 apprehensions with zero use-of-force incidents.  He breaks down the real obstacles Minnesota law enforcement faces from state leadership, the ACLU harassment campaign, and why the lack of local cooperation in Minneapolis made Metro Surge messier than it needed to be.  Plus, his blunt message to protestors who think they can "fix problems in the street." 🔔 Subscribe to this channel for more Live Free TV About ACRU Live Free TV: The American Constitutional Rights Union (ACRU) produces Live Free TV to spotlight the constitutional law enforcement officers, elected officials, and citizens standing up for the rule of law. Lt. Col. Allen West, ACRU Executive Director, hosts conversations on the issues that matter — from border security and election integrity to Second Amendment rights. 👉 Learn more at theacru.org 👉 Support sheriffs like Burton through the ACRU Defender Initiative #287g #Immigration #SheriffBurton #MilleLacs #Minnesota #ICE #AllenWest #ACRU #LiveFreeTV #LawEnforcement #ConstitutionalRights #BorderSecurity

Lt. Col. Allen West checks in from Santa Barbara, California, where he's speaking to young conservatives at the Young Americas Foundation. In this episode, he draws a connection between March Madness and America's founding story — the ultimate underdog bracket buster — before turning to the serious threats facing American citizens today. West addresses the killing of 18-year-old Sheridan Gorman in Chicago by a criminal illegal immigrant who was apprehended at the border in 2023 and released, the case of Rachel Morin in Maryland, and the troubling pattern of elected officials prioritizing ideological agendas over the rule of law and public safety. He breaks down Article IV, Section 4 of the Constitution, federal immigration statutes, and why sanctuary city policies enable these tragedies. He also covers Second Amendment attacks in Virginia and the killing of retired Lt. Col. Brandon Shaw at Old Dominion University, asking a simple question: Who is actually looking out for your safety and your constitutional rights? As America celebrates its 250th year, West challenges viewers to think about what America at 300 will look like and what we do about it now. Join the Committee to Support and Defend: https://supportanddefend.org/join #ACRU #AllenWest #ConstitutionalRights #America250 #SecondAmendment #BorderSecurity #RuleOfLaw

Lieutenant Colonel Allen West sits down with Sheriff Michael Brockett of Curry County, New Mexico, and Sheriff Jason Mikesell of Teller County, Colorado, to discuss the growing conflict between state governments and local law enforcement over immigration enforcement. Sheriff Brockett describes how New Mexico's Attorney General put sheriffs on notice not to participate in the 287(g) program, even as bail reform sends offenders back onto the streets before paperwork is processed. Sheriff Mikesell details an eight-year battle with the ACLU and Colorado's progressive legislature, including a state-created fund that uses fines against officers to finance further lawsuits against law enforcement. The conversation covers how Colorado went from one of the lowest crime rates to one of the highest, the explosion of cartel activity after states blocked cooperation with ICE, and the constitutional implications when states refuse to follow federal law while demanding counties follow state law. Guest Information: Sheriff Michael Brockett, Curry County, New Mexico — Follow on Facebook: Curry County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Jason Mikesell, Teller County, Colorado — Campaign website: mikesell4gov.com   Presented by the American Constitutional Rights Union (ACRU) and the Committee to Support and Defend. #LiveFreeTV #287G #SanctuaryState #SheriffsBattleBack #ACRU #CommitteeToSupportAndDefend #LawEnforcement #Immigration #ConstitutionalRights

Two veteran Maryland sheriffs with a combined 75+ years of law enforcement experience join Lt. Col. Allen West on Live Free TV to expose what's really happening in Annapolis — and why it matters for every county in America. Sheriff Scott Adams (Cecil County) and Sheriff Mike Lewis (Wicomico County) break down Maryland's Senate Bill 245 and the newly dropped Senate Bill 791 — legislation designed to dismantle the 287G program, cut off cooperation between local law enforcement and ICE, and even give illegal aliens the right to civilly sue sheriffs and detention staff. Before they even testified, lawmakers told them: "This bill is gonna pass. We want you to know that." They testified anyway. And they're not done fighting. In this episode, you'll learn: 🔹 What the 287G program actually does (and the 3 models most people don't know about) 🔹 How SB 245 and SB 791 will force ICE out of jails and into your neighborhoods 🔹 The real-world consequences — including the murder of 19-year-old Dakar Thompson 🔹 Why Maryland's attorney general is warning sheriffs about "consequences" for cooperating with federal law enforcement 🔹 What these sheriffs plan to do next — regardless of what the legislature says "What's in your backyard today will be in your front yard tomorrow." — Sheriff Mike Lewis 📌 TAKE ACTION: Contact your local and state legislators. Find out if your county has a 287G agreement. If it doesn't, ask why. If it does, fight to protect it. 🔗 Learn more about the ACRU and the Defender Initiative: https://www.theacru.org — Live Free TV is a production of the American Constitutional Rights Union (ACRU) and the ACRU Action Fund, hosted by Lt. Col. Allen West. 📢 SUBSCRIBE for more episodes standing up for constitutional rights, law enforcement, and the rule of law. #287G #MarylandSheriffs #SB245 #ICE #Immigration #LiveFreeTV #AllenWest #SheriffAdams #SheriffLewis #ConstitutionalRights #LawEnforcement #BorderSecurity #ACRU

Is Minneapolis a “sanctuary city” — or a city in open defiance of federal law? In this episode of Live Free TV, Lt. Col. Allen West breaks down the escalating crisis in Minneapolis, where city and state officials are refusing to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. This isn’t an emotional debate. It’s a constitutional one. Allen West explains: - What the Supremacy Clause actually requires of states and cities - Why refusing to enforce or cooperate with federal law isn’t an option - How coordinated, well-funded anti-ICE networks are operating like a counterinsurgency - Why organized efforts to track, obstruct, and impede federal officers may meet the standard for federal felony charges, and even RICO statutes - How “sanctuary” policies collide with both federal law and state criminal codes - Why this moment echoes constitutional failures we’ve seen before, and why it matters now From SALUTE-style tracking of federal agents to threats against local sheriffs who cooperate with ICE, this episode lays out the legal framework behind what’s happening and why the stakes go far beyond Minneapolis. The bottom line is simple: a constitutional republic cannot survive if laws are optional. Learn more about the American Constitutional Rights Union at theacru.org Stay tuned for another episode of Live Free TV — because living free requires living under the law.

In the first Live Free TV broadcast of 2026, Allen West, Executive Director of the American Constitutional Rights Union, delivers a direct constitutional warning at a pivotal moment in American history.   As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of independence, Lt. Col. West examines what happens when elected officials openly defy the Constitution, undermine federal law enforcement, and refuse to protect their states from invasion as required under Article IV, Section 4 of the U.S. Constitution.   This episode breaks down: •Why the United States is a republic, not a democracy •What the Constitution actually says about federal authority and state responsibility •Why ICE exists and the laws it is sworn to enforce •How sanctuary states and cities violate both federal statute and the Supremacy Clause •The dangerous consequences of encouraging resistance to lawful enforcement   From Minneapolis to Texas, from Congress to statehouses, Lt. Col. West argues that no one—governors, mayors, members of Congress, or judges—is above the law. When ideology replaces the rule of law, the republic itself is at risk.   This episode is not about politics. It is about the Constitution, sovereignty, and whether Americans are willing to defend the system that has preserved liberty for 250 years.   📺 Live Free TV is produced by ACRU to educate, equip, and encourage Americans who believe the Constitution still matters.   🔔 Subscribe for weekly constitutional analysis 🌐 Learn more at acru.org  

Is the government really shut down? Or is it just another act in Washington’s endless fiscal theater?   Lt. Col. Allen West, Executive Director of the American Constitutional Rights Union, breaks down what Congress is supposed to be doing under the Constitution—passing 12 appropriations bills, not kicking the can with “continuing resolutions” and massive omnibus spending packages.   In this episode of Live Free TV, Allen West exposes: •Why a “shutdown” doesn’t actually shut down the government •How Congress avoids its biggest constitutional duty—passing a real budget •The dangerous expansion of federal power beyond Article I, Section 8 •Why it’s time for the people (the taxpayers) to decide who’s essential and who’s not   America is approaching its 250th anniversary as the world’s longest-running constitutional republic. To keep it that way, we must hold Washington accountable and return to the rule of law.   👉 Learn more at theacru.org   #GovernmentShutdown #Constitution #AllenWest #ACRU #LiveFreeTV

Lieutenant Colonel Allen West, Executive Director of the American Constitutional Rights Union, marks the 238th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution with a powerful message about liberty, responsibility, and the rule of law.   From Montesquieu’s influence on Madison and Hamilton to Franklin’s famous warning—“A Republic, if you can keep it”—Allen West reminds us why knowing and defending our founding document is more vital than ever.   In this episode of Live Free TV: •Why Constitution Day should matter to every American 🇺🇸 •The dangers of forgetting civics and our founding principles •The truth about executive orders, enumerated powers, and states’ rights •The importance of free speech, the Bill of Rights, and individual liberty   👉 Take time this week to read the Constitution, reflect on its meaning, and commit to keeping the Republic strong.   🔗 Learn more and join the cause: theacru.org

In this special episode of Live Free TV, LTC Allen West reflects on a tragic day for America. Charlie Kirk, a husband, father, and fearless advocate for constitutional principles, was shot and killed at a campus rally. His assassination is more than the loss of one voice—it’s an assault on free speech and the very foundation of our Republic. From the memory of 9/11 to today’s growing threats against our freedoms, this message is a call to honor Charlie’s life by continuing his mission. We must stand firm against those who would silence opposition, undermine our liberties, and erode the Constitution. 📌 Topics Covered: • The shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk • The real threats to free speech in America • Parallels to 9/11 and the need to remember • How constitutional conservatives must respond • ACRU’s mission to defend liberty against Marxism, socialism, and jihadism Join us as we recommit to the fight for freedom. Charlie Kirk’s legacy must endure—through us. 🔔 Subscribe to Live Free TV for more conversations. #CharlieKirk #FreeSpeech #LiveFreeTV #ACRU #Constitution #Liberty

Are the policies pushed by the left truly protecting democracy—or undermining it? Lt. Col. Allen West (Ret.), Executive Director of the American Constitutional Rights Union, breaks down ranked choice voting, mail-in ballots, the national popular vote movement, and more. From redistricting battles to sanctuary cities and voter ID laws, Allen West explains why many of today’s political maneuvers pose serious risks to our constitutional republic. 📌 Learn more at theacru.org 📌 Join our veterans initiative at supportanddefend.org

In this powerful episode of Live Free TV, Lt. Col. Allen West pays tribute to the late Joe Armacost, a true patriot and visionary producer who helped shape this show. Joe’s legacy continues as we dive into a growing constitutional crisis right here in Texas. Why are Texas Democrats fleeing the state again? What’s the truth behind congressional redistricting, illegal immigration, and representation? Are we witnessing a breakdown of the democratic process, or a calculated political stunt? Lt. Col. West unpacks the facts, the numbers, and the hypocrisy across blue states and calls out those trying to redefine democracy for political gain. 💥 Topics Covered: • Texas redistricting battle and constitutional implications • The mass departure of Democrat legislators • Gerrymandering, census manipulation & illegal immigration • The silent dominance of Democrats in blue states • What Texas Republicans must do now 🗽 Learn more and get involved: https://theacru.org 🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes that defend liberty and uphold the U.S. Constitution.

With just days left in office, President Joe Biden is making huge decisions that the incoming administration is going to have to deal with. What's going on? It seems like Joe Biden is burning down our American house! Have a listen. Let us know what you think. Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West go to https://theacru.org/videos/ Live Free! Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

An Israeli airstrike in the outskirts of Damascus on Sunday killed 11 people as Israel continues to target Syrian weapons and military infrastructure after the ouster of Assad. What's really going on? Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West go to https://theacru.org/videos/ Live Free! Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

ACRU Executive Director Col. Allen West further inspects interesting details about the 2nd attempt to assassinate President Donald Trump. How could this happen? Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West, go to https://theacru.org/videos/                            Live Free!  Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved  

Col. Allen West is joined by Mike Howell of the Heritage Foundation. Mike started and now leads the Oversight Project at the Heritage Foundation, which exposes the incompetency and weaponization of government agencies. The two have quite a bit to say about the Secret Service and the latest attempt to assassinate President Trump. Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West, go to https://theacru.org/videos/                            Live Free!   Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

Remember the Patriot Act? Col. Allen West talks with NSA whistleblower Russ Tice about its effects on us today and in the future. Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West, go to https://theacru.org/videos/                            Live Free!   Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

Col. Allen West takes note of the activity at both, the Democrat and Republican conventions and asks the question... Who's in charge here?    Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West go to https://theacru.org/videos/                            Live Free!   Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

The United States cautioned Israel about escalation with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah as Israel weighs its response to a rocket attack from Lebanon that killed 12 youths in the Israel-controlled Golan Heights. Col. Allen West is back with Middle East expert Kenin Spivak to discuss just what is going on. Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West go to https://theacru.org/videos/                            Live Free!   Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

Allen and Ira chat about country music, Ira's newest song, "Missinin' How It Used To Be", and the upcoming Country Stars & Stripes show to benefit veterans and active duty military. Country Stars & Stripes, September 11, 2024, @ 6:30 PM at the Mint Museum Uptown, Charlotte, NC. Featuring Ira Dean, Jason Michael Carroll, and a surprise multi-faceted entertainer with countless country hits! Hosted by Col. Allen West & the Committee to Support and Defend  Tickets at SUPPORTANDDEFEND.COM   Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West go to https://theacru.org/videos/                            Live Free!   Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

Col. Allen West assesses the attempt to assassinate President Donald J Trump. Unfortunately, we find more questions than answers. What is going on here? Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West, go to https://theacru.org/videos/                            Live Free!  Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

Is this what D Day was about? Col. Allen West explains that Freedom is precious. We must protect it with our rule of law. Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West go to https://theacru.org/videos/ Live Free! Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

Col. Allen West joins financier, author, and attorney Kenin Spivak to discuss the trial of President Donald J. Trump and the implications, present and future, on America. Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West go to https://theacru.org/videos/ Live Free! Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

Foreigners will choose our leaders! Pretty sad and pretty simple. Oh yeah...and pretty WRONG! How can this be? Join ACRU Executive Director Col. Allen West for some insight into this so-called replacement theory...a theory no longer. Visit the ACRU at https://theacru.org/ Live Free! Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

What? That's right, Mexico is suing American Gun Manufacturers and Col. Allen West is NOT pleased. Plus, The ACRU takes action...and so should you. Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West go to https://theacru.org/videos/ Live Free! Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

Just what is the endgame of global terrorism? Col. Allen West discusses terrorism without accountability and where this massive wave of hate is headed. Take action! Visit The ACRU at https://theacru.org/ For more LiveFree TV with Col. Allen West go to https://theacru.org/videos/ Live Free! Copyright ACRU All Rights Reserved

In this engaging and informative video, Lieutenant Colonel Allen West welcomes Tyler Izaguirre, President of the Second Amendment Institute. The discussion covers a range of crucial topics related to the Second Amendment, including current threats to gun rights, the dangers of red flag laws, legal actions being taken by the Second Amendment Institute, and the importance of educating and empowering individuals to support their right to bear arms. The conversation provides valuable insights into the challenges facing the Second Amendment and offers a compelling perspective on the ongoing fight for constitutional freedoms. If you're interested in staying informed about gun rights, legal battles, and the defense of the Second Amendment, this video is a must-watch. The conversation concludes with information about the Second Amendment Institute's legislative priorities, including national reciprocity for concealed carry, and encourages support through their website and Tyler Izaguirre's book, "Gun Rights 101," available on Amazon. TheACRU.org SAINational.org