Topic: Bear Spray

Protesters identified as Antifa surrounded a federal building in Eugene, Oregon, to block employees from exiting in a demonstration against ICE. Federal agents made several arrests after protesters used umbrellas and bear spray against law enforcement. The segment criticizes the lack of immediate repercussions for leftist agitators in blue cities.

The January 6th Committee chair, Benny Thompson, is noted for his personal lawsuit against the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys, which alleges a conspiracy involving Trump's inner circle. Dr. Beatty criticizes the committee's "debunking" of Ray Epps, noting that they have not released his full statement. He also compares Epps's actions to George Tanios, who faced severe charges for merely possessing bear spray.

Beatty criticizes the "shock and awe" standard of prosecution used against January 6th defendants, citing the case of George Tanios. Tanios faces 60 years in prison for a bear spray conspiracy, despite the medical examiner ruling that Officer Brian Sicknick died of natural causes. Beatty contrasts this harsh treatment with the lack of charges against senior militia organizers who appear to be federal assets.