Slate Daily Feed Political Gabfest | Very Heavy Force
Jun 12, 2025
Join Juliette Kayyem, a Harvard professor and former homeland security advisor, as she tackles urgent political issues. The discussion covers President Trump’s controversial deployment of troops to quell protests, delving into the blurred lines between military intervention and local governance. They also analyze RFK Jr.'s impact on CDC policies amidst growing vaccine skepticism and consider the implications of a Supreme Court decision on reverse discrimination cases. Expect a thought-provoking exploration of these pressing matters!
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Unprecedented Federal National Guard Use
- Trump's federalization of California's National Guard troops is unprecedented and bypasses the governor's authority.
- This creates confusion and risk due to lack of clear planning and operational support.
Military Used for Partisan Show
- Trump's use of military forces and inflammatory language aims to politicize the military to his advantage.
- This normalizes military intervention in domestic protests at a high potential cost.
Threat to Vaccine Advisory Integrity
- RFK Jr.'s dismissal of CDC vaccine advisory members promotes vaccine skepticism and threatens herd immunity.
- Removing trusted experts risks outbreaks of preventable diseases and undermines public trust in vaccines.
