Why has Trump ordered the army onto the streets of DC?
The News Agents
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Authoritarianism and Urban Narratives
This chapter analyzes Trump's military deployment in Washington, D.C. as a reflection of authoritarian tendencies and a response to perceived urban chaos. It contrasts the exaggerated narrative of crime with actual crime statistics, spotlighting how political rhetoric can manipulate public perception for gain. The discussion further explores the implications of federal control over policing and the historical use of urban disorder as a political distraction.
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