Next Up with Mark Halperin Raids, Riots & Roadblocks: California in Turmoil, Democrats Sidetracked on 2028 Plans
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Jun 10, 2025 The podcast dives into the unrest surrounding immigration protests in California, exploring media narratives and political implications. It discusses how blaming law enforcement might inadvertently empower Trump and the GOP. There's an analysis of the fragmented Democratic Party as it gears up for the 2028 elections, highlighting struggles with messaging and leadership. The conversation touches on how these dynamics could push working-class voters toward the Republicans, raising the question: Can the Democrats win them back?
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Immigration Enforcement Reality Check
- Many Americans support tough immigration enforcement to prevent violent criminals from entering the country.
- Media and Democratic criticism of enforcement efforts often unintentionally aid Trump's position.
Attacking Law Enforcement Backfires
- Law enforcement officials enforcing immigration laws face physical threats from violent mobs.
- Democrats attacking law enforcement during enforcement actions risk political and moral backlash.
Republican Tech Edge in 2028 Race
- Republicans have quietly built a superior technology and voter registration operation post-2024.
- Democrats lack a similarly organized effort, risking a technology and voter turnout gap in 2028.
