Cato Podcast Protest, Carry, Die: Rights in Conflict
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Feb 5, 2026 A sharp conversation about recent Minneapolis shootings and how constitutional protections can break down in practice. They explore clashes between protest rights and firearm laws, plus federal conduct and the role of recordings in holding authorities accountable. The discussion also examines legal fights over carry bans, disarmament rules, and conflicting official messages about gun rights.
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Poor Tactics Led To Avoidable Deaths
- Federal agents in Minneapolis used aggressive, poorly trained tactics that escalated situations unnecessarily.
- Clark Neily argues those tactics led to avoidable deaths and reflect institutional failures.
Alex Preddy Killed After Intervening
- Alex Preddy, a lawfully armed protester, intervened to protect a woman and was pepper-sprayed and tased into a scrum.
- Agents noticed his holstered gun, shouted, removed it, and opened fire within a second, killing him.
Recordings Protect Against Government Narratives
- Authorities and politicians quickly demonized shooting victims before facts emerged, undermining accountability.
- Matthew Cavedon emphasizes the importance of bystander recordings to counter official narratives.