This is not how our Constitution works. You can, in fact have guns, and you can, in fact legally carry them to a protest, or anywhere else that the law allows for.
One of the most valuable characteristics of a leader is their ability to hold themselves accountable to those that they are leading and caring for. I have seen nothing but pure BS from those at the top of both the DHS and FBI on this matter. The opposite of accountability.
I get it. it can be tough, and painful, and even sometimes embarrassing, I've been there. But, if you want to maintain your trust and integrity, act in a way that is deserving of both, and sometimes that starts with admitting your mistakes.
It is very possible, in fact, it's not even remotely hard to support the 2nd Amendment, Law Enforcement, and to be critical of mistakes when they are made.
Instead, what I am seeing is complete bullshit.