Letters from an American March 21, 2025
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Mar 22, 2025 The podcast delves into the evolving dynamics of reality and governance in the U.S., spotlighting figures like Elon Musk and the tension within government agencies affecting public trust. It also examines the backlash faced by Republican lawmakers as they attempt to cut government spending, igniting outrage among constituents. Meanwhile, there's a notable increase in engagement and turnout at Democratic events, signaling a shifting tide in public sentiment against the current administration's policies.
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Musk's Backfired Threat
- Elon Musk's threat to prosecute Pentagon leakers backfired, sparking outrage among government employees.
- Employees criticized Musk's actions and the administration's handling of the situation.
Tesla Takedown & Trump's Reaction
- Grassroots movement "Tesla Takedown" protests peacefully at Tesla dealerships following government cuts.
- Trump called vandalism of Tesla property "domestic terrorism," a more serious crime than the January 6th attack.
SSA Shutdown Threat
- Acting Commissioner Leland Dudek threatened to shut down the Social Security Administration (SSA) over a court order restricting data sharing with the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge).
- Judge Hollander clarified the order, emphasizing its limited scope and the SSA's obligation to continue benefit payments.