Criminalizing Protest: The Hidden Threat Behind H.R. 4015

On June 13, 2025, just days after the start of mass protests in Los Angeles, Representative David Rouzer, a Republican from North Carolina, introduced a bill that could federalize penalties for protest-related road blockages. In this episode, we unpack what H.R. 4015 really means, how its timing raises red flags, and what’s at stake if this becomes law. Peaceful protest is a right, but under this bill, it could become a federal offense.

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