Here's the Scoop Trump to deploy National Guard to D.C.; North Korea’s next leader
Aug 11, 2025
President Trump plans to deploy National Guard troops to D.C., a move criticized as political theater given falling crime rates. The discussion highlights command authority and potential legal challenges in this unusual step. Meanwhile, Kim Jong Un's daughter emerges as a potential successor, sparking conversations about leadership dynamics in North Korea and the role of women in power. The podcast also takes a nostalgic turn, bidding farewell to dial-up internet, reflecting on its impact in rural America.
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Federal Troops Sent To D.C.
- Donald Trump sent the National Guard and federalized D.C. police claiming a crime surge.
- Garrett Haake says D.C. violent crime was at a 30‑year low last year.
Longstanding Political Motives
- Garrett Haake ties the deployment to a recent attack but says it's part of a longer political backstory.
- He notes Trump's longstanding complaints about city crime helped lead to this move.
Guard Are Not Police
- Garrett Haake warns National Guard troops aren't trained as police and lack arrest powers.
- He expects them to handle traffic and ancillary duties so officers can focus on policing.