They Freed the Beagles. Now They're Fighting for Their Own Freedom.

The beagles are out. For 47 animal rescuers, the legal battle is just beginning. UnchainedTV takes you inside the first court appearances in Madison, Wisconsin, for activists facing felony burglary charges connected to an open rescue at Ridglan Farms, a facility that bred beagles for animal experimentation. Jane Velez-Mitchell follows the proceedings with commentary from former law enforcement investigator Tiffany Brunelli. Hear supporters—including Congressman Mark Pocan—speak outside the courthouse, listen to the court proceedings, and hear directly from defendants about why they acted and what comes next. The coverage also examines medical findings reported by Beagle Freedom Project and Ridglan's response denying mistreatment and defending its care of the dogs. In this episode: • The first court appearances for 47 beagle rescuers • Public officials and supporters calling for the charges to be dropped • Release conditions and the next steps discussed in court • Medical concerns reported after the dogs' release • Reflections from a defendant and former Ridglan employee Scott Gilbertson • The growing debate over the right to rescue animals With the facility closed and the dogs rehomed, the episode asks: how should the justice system respond to the people who intervened? Watch more independent animal protection reporting free at https://watch.unchainedtv.com or download the UnchainedTV app on your phone or TV.