Timcast IRL Armed Man CHARGES Capitol With SHOTGUN, CIVIL WAR FEVER w/ Rep Riley Moore
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Feb 18, 2026 Riley Moore, U.S. Representative from West Virginia and former state official, joins to discuss security and rising political violence. They cover a shotgun charge at the Capitol, debates over arming lawmakers, and threats from radical groups. Conversation also touches on redistricting fallout in Virginia, census and apportionment concerns, and how trade and tariffs tie into national resilience.
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Lone Attacks Can Signal Broader Radicalization
- Tim Pool and Rep. Riley Moore warn isolated violent acts can become systemic when fueled by online radicalization and political polarization.
- They argue increasing threats reflect a breakdown in cross-ideological conversation and an absence of an "off-ramp."
Congressman Describes Threat At His Home
- Rep. Riley Moore recounts an Antifa member showing up at his home and threatening his wife and children while he was away.
- He says such targeted harassment of Republican members of Congress has increased and prompted security funding changes.
Use Security Funds And Allow Carrying In Capitol
- Moore notes new funds let members of Congress hire armed security and encourages awareness of heightened threats.
- He also supports permitting members to carry in the Capitol to improve on-site safety.