The Rachel Maddow Show Exclusive: Rachel Maddow interviews MN Governor Tim Walz as Trump plots end of U.S. government
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Jan 29, 2025 
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, a former Democratic vice presidential nominee, discusses the implications of the Trump administration's freeze on federal funds, revealing it as part of a broader strategy to dismantle government. He shares insights on the resilience of state leaders and citizens in safeguarding democratic values. Chris Hayes joins the conversation, emphasizing the urgency for public advocacy and engagement amidst rising authoritarianism and the relentless onslaught of political noise that challenges civic attention and discourse.
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Trump's VP Pick
- J.D. Vance, Trump's VP pick, was considered deeply unpopular and politically inexperienced.
- His main qualification seemed to be his connection to an eccentric billionaire.
Vance's Political Philosophy
- J.D. Vance's political philosophy centers on wielding power aggressively and extra-constitutionally.
- He believes the American republic is ending and needs to be replaced.
Influence of Curtis Yarvin
- Trump chose Vance as his VP due to his ties with Curtis Yarvin.
- Yarvin is a political theorist who advocates for dismantling the government and installing a dictator.
