The MeidasTouch Podcast Mayor Bass on the Trump Administration and Los Angeles
Apr 6, 2025
Karen Bass, the Mayor of Los Angeles and former Congresswoman, shares insights on the political landscape shaped by the Trump administration. She reflects on her 2019 prediction about the GOP's capitulation. The discussion also covers the challenges of local governance under federal changes and the impact of harsh immigration policies, which created fear in communities. Bass highlights her efforts to rebuild local spirit and community engagement in the face of economic uncertainty, particularly with exciting plans leading up to the World Cup.
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Prediction of Republican Capitulation
- Rep. Karen Bass foresaw in 2019 that Republicans would have to defend Trump, regardless of their personal beliefs.
- She compared the pressure to conform to meetings in North Korea.
Increased White House Control
- Mayor Bass believes the White House exerts more control over the government now compared to Trump's first term.
- The current administration possesses experience, a clear agenda, and effectively drives it forward.
Impact of Layoffs in Los Angeles
- Federal layoffs extend beyond Washington D.C., affecting cities like Los Angeles, which has over 50,000 federal workers.
- The uncertainty surrounding job security is causing instability and anxiety.