Topic: Supremacy Clause

Former Sheriff Richard Mack discussed the constitutional power of county sheriffs on Thom Hartmann's program, arguing they are the highest law enforcement officials because they are directly elected. The debate centers on the Tenth Amendment versus the Supremacy Clause and the hierarchy of federal agencies like the FBI compared to local sheriffs. The hosts explore the overlapping jurisdictions of sheriffs and city police in various states.

The discussion continues on the limits of federal power, specifically addressing the Supremacy Clause. The hosts argue that federal law only trumps state law when the federal law is "in pursuance" of the Constitution; otherwise, issues like marijuana legalization and healthcare mandates should remain under state jurisdiction.