# Constitutional Amendment on The No Agenda Show Constitutional Amendment comes up in 67 chapters across 63 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from September 2008 to May 2025. - **Chapters:** 67 - **Episodes:** 63 - **Discussed:** September 2008 – May 2025 - **Related topics:** [Constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [Second Amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [First Amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [Bill Of Rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-of-rights.md), [Constitutional Law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-law.md), [14th Amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/14th-amendment.md), [Gun Rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-rights.md), [Congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [Gun Control](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-control.md), [Supreme Court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 67 ### National Day of Prayer, Separation of Church and State - **Episode:** [1768: Queer The Deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1768-queer-the-deal.md) - **Published:** 2025-05-29 - **Time:** 2:49:37–2:53:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1768-queer-the-deal/chapter/national-day-of-prayer-separation-of-church-and-state.md During the National Day of Prayer at the White House, President Trump spoke about "bringing religion back" to the country. The hosts analyzed the legal concept of the separation of church and state, arguing that the First Amendment prohibits the establishment of a state religion but does not bar religious expression within government. They criticized the modern interpretation of the clause as a "transmogrification" of the founders' original intent. Keywords: [national day of prayer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-day-of-prayer.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [religion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religion.md) ### Fifth Amendment Rights and Potential Hunter Biden Testimony - **Episode:** [1718: On The Fritz](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz.md) - **Published:** 2024-12-05 - **Time:** 31:07–33:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1718-on-the-fritz/chapter/fifth-amendment-rights-and-potential-hunter-biden-testimony.md Legal analysts are debating whether Hunter Biden can still plead the Fifth Amendment now that he has received a full pardon. While the pardon removes the risk of self-incrimination for past crimes, he can still be subpoenaed to testify and could face new charges for perjury if he lies under oath. Some observers suggest the pardon makes him a more vulnerable target for future congressional investigations. Keywords: [fifth amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fifth-amendment.md), [immunity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immunity.md), [perjury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perjury.md), [subpoena](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/subpoena.md), [constitutional law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-law.md) ### White House Constitution Page, Second Amendment Interpretation - **Episode:** [1656: Johnson Pivot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1656-johnson-pivot.md) - **Published:** 2024-05-02 - **Time:** 2:05:49–2:08:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1656-johnson-pivot/chapter/white-house-constitution-page-second-amendment-interpretation.md The official White House website's page on the Constitution is criticized for its simplified interpretation of the Bill of Rights. Specifically, it states the Second Amendment "gives citizens the right to bear arms," which critics argue misrepresents the amendment as a government-granted right rather than a restriction on government power. Keywords: [white house](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/white-house.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [bill of rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-of-rights.md), [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [brainwashing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brainwashing.md) ### Christian Nationalism, Separation of Church and State - **Episode:** [1651: WWX](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1651-wwx.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-14 - **Time:** 53:15–58:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1651-wwx/chapter/christian-nationalism-separation-of-church-and-state.md Media coverage of "Christian Nationalism" is analyzed, specifically focusing on Donald Trump's outreach to religious voters and the sale of a $60 Bible. The segment clarifies the legal definition of the Establishment Clause in the First Amendment, arguing that the "separation of church and state" is often misinterpreted to suggest public officials cannot express faith. Keywords: [christian nationalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/christian-nationalism.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [cnn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cnn.md), sparkle clergy ### Convention of States, Constitutional Amendment Process - **Episode:** [1646: FLOW](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1646-flow.md) - **Published:** 2024-03-28 - **Time:** 2:26:05–2:28:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1646-flow/chapter/convention-of-states-constitutional-amendment-process.md A producer and Arizona State Communications Coordinator for the Convention of States clarifies that the movement seeks to propose specific amendments—such as term limits and fiscal restraints—rather than rewrite the U.S. Constitution. Currently, 19 of the required 34 states have adopted resolutions to call for a convention. The segment addresses common misconceptions and the history of state-led conventions. Keywords: [convention of states](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/convention-of-states.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), amendments, [term limits](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/term-limits.md), [arizona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arizona.md) ### Legal Analysis of 14th Amendment Section 3 - **Episode:** [1623: Deputary](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1623-deputary.md) - **Published:** 2024-01-07 - **Time:** 45:28–51:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1623-deputary/chapter/legal-analysis-of-14th-amendment-section-3.md Constitutional analysis of the 14th Amendment suggests that while Section 3 might apply to the presidency, Section 5 grants Congress the power to enforce the article through legislation. This implies that the Supreme Court may rule that sanctions against a candidate require a congressional act. Speculation arises that Trump may be pushing for a quick resolution to expose federal involvement in January 6th. Keywords: [14th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/14th-amendment.md), [section 3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/section-3.md), section 5, [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [constitutional law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-law.md), [trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump.md) ### American Liberty, God-Given Rights, 10th Amendment - **Episode:** [1465: Satheist](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1465-satheist.md) - **Published:** 2022-07-03 - **Time:** 1:55:18–1:59:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1465-satheist/chapter/american-liberty-god-given-rights-10th-amendment.md The philosophical foundations of American liberty are discussed, emphasizing the idea that rights are endowed by a creator rather than granted by the state. The Constitution is framed as a document that forbids government interference in these inherent rights. The 10th Amendment is highlighted for its unique "double-dipping" presence in both the main body and the Bill of Rights to protect states' rights. Keywords: [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [bill of rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-of-rights.md), [10th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/10th-amendment.md), [states rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/states-rights.md), [liberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/liberty.md) ### Legal Analysis of Private Property Rights in the US - **Episode:** [1459: Wig Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1459-wig-out.md) - **Published:** 2022-06-12 - **Time:** 2:06:16–2:09:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1459-wig-out/chapter/legal-analysis-of-private-property-rights-in-the-us.md Constitutional scholars and legal experts provided analysis suggesting that there is no absolute right to own private property in the United States. While the Fifth Amendment requires "just compensation" for government seizures, the state maintains the power of eminent domain. This legal reality has led some to advocate for Bitcoin as the only form of property that cannot be easily confiscated by the state. Keywords: [private property](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/private-property.md), [fifth amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fifth-amendment.md), [constitutional law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-law.md), [eminent domain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eminent-domain.md), [bitcoin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bitcoin.md) ### Texas House Bill 1927, Constitutional Carry and Pimp Style - **Episode:** [1339: Accelerationism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1339-accelerationism.md) - **Published:** 2021-04-20 - **Time:** 2:14:33–2:19:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1339-accelerationism/chapter/texas-house-bill-1927-constitutional-carry-and-pimp-style.md The Texas State Legislature is debating House Bill 1927, which would allow "constitutional carry" for adults 21 and over without a permit or training. Proponents argue that permit requirements are inherently racist as they create financial and bureaucratic hurdles for minority citizens. Opponents, including some Texas Democrats, have criticized the bill as enabling "Wild West pimp style" lawlessness in small businesses. Keywords: [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md), [constitutional carry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-carry.md), hb 1927, [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [racism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racism.md) ### Robert Barnes, Congressional Power and Due Process - **Episode:** [1320: Quarantine Dodgers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1320-quarantine-dodgers.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-11 - **Time:** 14:54–16:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1320-quarantine-dodgers/chapter/robert-barnes-congressional-power-and-due-process.md Attorney Robert Barnes analyzes the legal implications of the impeachment trial, suggesting it aims to establish that Congress has unlimited power over federal officials without constitutional limitations. He warns that the interpretation of the 14th Amendment being used could eventually allow trials of private citizens to prohibit them from seeking office. Keywords: [robert barnes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-barnes.md), [due process](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/due-process.md), [14th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/14th-amendment.md), [congress](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/congress.md), [constitutional law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-law.md) ### First Amendment Rights, Freedom of Assembly During Pandemic - **Episode:** [1239: Beaches are Open](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1239-beaches-are-open.md) - **Published:** 2020-05-07 - **Time:** 14:44–16:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1239-beaches-are-open/chapter/first-amendment-rights-freedom-of-assembly-during-pandemic.md Constitutional debates are intensifying as citizens argue that pandemic restrictions infringe upon the First Amendment rights to religious exercise and peaceful assembly. Protests at state capitols are framed as legal petitions for the redress of grievances. The closure of churches and temples is cited as a primary example of government overreach that bypasses the legislative process. Keywords: [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), freedom of assembly, [religion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/religion.md), [protests](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/protests.md) ### US Constitution vs UK Unwritten Constitution, Second Amendment - **Episode:** [1172: Vapegoat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1172-vapegoat.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-15 - **Time:** 36:10–39:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1172-vapegoat/chapter/us-constitution-vs-uk-unwritten-constitution-second-amendment.md The contrast between the United States' written Constitution and the United Kingdom's unwritten version is cited as the reason for differing political outcomes. The Second Amendment is framed as a necessary deterrent that forces American politicians to respect the will of the people. Without similar protections, British citizens are viewed as having no leverage against their government's failure to deliver Brexit. Keywords: [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [gun rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-rights.md), [united kingdom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-kingdom.md), [democracy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/democracy.md) ### Second Amendment Rights, US Government Accountability - **Episode:** [1170: Generational Justce](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1170-generational-justce.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-08 - **Time:** 39:54–42:35 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1170-generational-justce/chapter/second-amendment-rights-us-government-accountability.md The fundamental purpose of the Second Amendment in the United States is to provide citizens with the means to resist government overreach. Following mass shootings in El Paso and Odessa, international observers questioned American gun culture. The right to own firearms is historically rooted in the concept of kicking the government's ass if it becomes tyrannical, serving as an ultimate check on political power. Keywords: [second amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/second-amendment.md), [gun rights](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-rights.md), texas shootings, [el paso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/el-paso.md), [odessa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/odessa.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md) ### Constitutional Enumeration, Population vs. Citizenship, Passport History - **Episode:** [1146: Googers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1146-googers.md) - **Published:** 2019-06-16 - **Time:** 1:55:07–2:01:13 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1146-googers/chapter/constitutional-enumeration-population-vs-citizenship-passport-history.md The constitutional basis for the US Census is debated, focusing on whether it is strictly a population count or a broader information-gathering tool. Historical precedents set by James Madison are cited to justify asking questions beyond a simple head count. The discussion also touches on the history of passports, noting their disappearance and reappearance around the time of World War I. Keywords: [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [14th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/14th-amendment.md), [census](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/census.md), [james madison](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-madison.md), [passports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/passports.md), [world war i](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/world-war-i.md) ### Thirteenth Amendment Trapdoor, Prison Slave Labor - **Episode:** [1077: Bone Saw](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1077-bone-saw.md) - **Published:** 2018-10-14 - **Time:** 1:05:00–1:08:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1077-bone-saw/chapter/thirteenth-amendment-trapdoor-prison-slave-labor.md Kanye West's call to "abolish" the 13th Amendment refers to the "trapdoor" clause that allows for involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime. This legal loophole enables corporations to utilize cheap prison labor, which West likens to modern-day slavery. The discussion notes that many American companies benefit from this system while simultaneously criticizing labor practices in China. Keywords: [13th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/13th-amendment.md), [slavery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slavery.md), [prison labor](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prison-labor.md), [ikea](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ikea.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), involuntary servitude ### Journalism as a Protected Industry Debate - **Episode:** [1061: Red Dot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1061-red-dot.md) - **Published:** 2018-08-20 - **Time:** 1:11:17–1:18:30 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1061-red-dot/chapter/journalism-as-a-protected-industry-debate.md A debate ensues over whether journalism is the only trade expressly protected by the U.S. Constitution. The hosts argue that the "press" refers to the act of publishing rather than a specific class of professional workers, criticizing the perceived arrogance of modern journalism schools. Keywords: [journalism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/journalism.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [npr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/npr.md), [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [blogging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blogging.md) ### Alan Dershowitz on Trump Tower Meeting and First Amendment - **Episode:** [1058: Colorism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1058-colorism.md) - **Published:** 2018-08-09 - **Time:** 1:00:00–1:07:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1058-colorism/chapter/alan-dershowitz-on-trump-tower-meeting-and-first-amendment.md Constitutional lawyer Alan Dershowitz argued on CNN that it is unconstitutional to prohibit a political candidate from receiving information, even from foreign sources. He contended that information is not a "thing of value" in the same sense as a financial contribution under the First Amendment. This sparked a debate with former FBI official Asha Rangappa regarding the legality of the 2016 Trump Tower meeting. Keywords: [alan dershowitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-dershowitz.md), trump tower meeting, [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), asha rangappa, [chris cuomo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chris-cuomo.md), [constitutional law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitutional-law.md) ### Birthright Citizenship, 14th Amendment Interpretation, Tucker Carlson - **Episode:** [1055: Tongue Jammin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1055-tongue-jammin.md) - **Published:** 2018-07-30 - **Time:** 2:08:46–2:10:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1055-tongue-jammin/chapter/birthright-citizenship-14th-amendment-interpretation-tucker-carlson.md Tucker Carlson discussed an alternative interpretation of the 14th Amendment's "subject to the jurisdiction thereof" clause. The argument suggests that birthright citizenship was intended for the children of legal residents and former slaves, rather than those in the country illegally. The segment explores the historical context of the amendment's ratification. Keywords: [14th amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/14th-amendment.md), [birthright citizenship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthright-citizenship.md), [tucker carlson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tucker-carlson.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [immigration](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration.md) ### Constitutional Rights at the Border, Search and Seizure - **Episode:** [1048: Crush ICE](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1048-crush-ice.md) - **Published:** 2018-07-06 - **Time:** 31:42–36:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1048-crush-ice/chapter/constitutional-rights-at-the-border-search-and-seizure.md A discussion on the legal realities of the U.S. border notes that constitutional protections, including those for the press, are significantly limited at points of entry. The use of the Espionage Act against whistleblowers and the lack of a federal shield law for reporters are cited as long-standing issues that predated the Trump administration. The segment concludes that "press freedom" is often used as a propaganda tool by major media corporations. Keywords: [first amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/first-amendment.md), [espionage act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage-act.md), border search, [whistleblowers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/whistleblowers.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md) ### Second Amendment Repeal Feasibility and the Heller Case - **Episode:** [1013: Hypogonadism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1013-hypogonadism.md) - **Published:** 2018-03-04 - **Time:** 1:52:23–1:57:50 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1013-hypogonadism/chapter/second-amendment-repeal-feasibility-and-the-heller-case.md NPR explores the legal process required to repeal the Second Amendment, noting the high bar of two-thirds congressional approval and ratification by 38 states. The discussion touches on the 2008 Heller case which affirmed an individual's right to bear arms for self-defense. 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