Ruby Ridge

Ruby Ridge was a 1992 incident in Idaho involving a confrontation between federal agents and Randy Weaver, a survivalist holed up on his remote property. The federal agents targeted Weaver due to firearms charges, but the situation escalated, leading to a standoff. During the conflict, Weaver’s wife and son were killed, and an FBI sniper shot and wounded Weaver. The event drew widespread criticism of government overreach and the use of force, highlighting tensions between federal authorities and private citizens. It remains a significant example of law enforcement controversy and debates over civil liberties.