Episode Details

This show discusses the controversial arrest and legal battle of Lawrence Michael DeFano, a self-built arms dealer, who was targeted by New York Attorney General Letitia James.

Here’s a summary of the key points:

• Lawrence Michael DeFano’s Business and Philosophy (19:54–20:34): DeFano, known as a “ghost gunner,” sells kits for building firearms, which he states are designed to put personal firearms beyond the reach of the government. He emphasizes that “real freedom isn’t bought, it’s a self-built AK. No dealers, no forms, no registry.”
• Legal Actions Against DeFano (20:43–21:26, 22:50–23:07): New York Attorney General Letitia James targeted DeFano and nine other self-built arms dealers for allegedly shipping gun kits to New York. Unlike the other companies that complied and turned over customer data, DeFano refused, stating he would fight the charges.
• DeFano’s Arrest and Charges (21:58–22:20, 25:56–26:12): DeFano, 65, was arrested on October 10, 2025 (as stated in the video, likely 2023) by Florida Highway Patrol troopers. He faces 71 state felonies, including conspiracy and multiple counts of criminal sale of firearms, carrying a potential sentence of 521 years.
• Discrepancies in the Legal Process (34:02–35:22): The arrest report claims DeFano made terroristic threats in New York, which he denies, stating he was never in New York. A Florida circuit court judge, Leticia Marquez, controversially deemed the charges a “civil matter,” denying DeFano’s motions for information about the charges and a free attorney.
• Seizure of Assets (35:42–36:16): The ATF searched DeFano’s home, seizing 68 items, mostly handguns, gun parts, and ammunition, along with thousands in cash and $500,000 worth of gold bars.
• Florida Governor DeSantis’s Involvement (37:34–38:00, 39:19–39:53): On December 5th, Governor DeSantis res