The Majority Report with Sam Seder 3558 - Ice, Gaza, DC Takeover & Building Power w/ Rep Maxwell Frost
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Aug 12, 2025 Maxwell Frost, the U.S. Representative for Florida's 10th district and a fierce advocate for gun violence prevention, joins to dive into pressing issues. He discusses the misconceptions around crime rates in D.C. and shares insights on his grassroots organizing journey. The conversation touches on the harsh realities faced by immigrants and the urgent need for reform. Frost also sheds light on the complex dynamics of U.S. foreign policy regarding Palestine, advocating for honesty in addressing systemic injustices. Tune in for a mix of political insight and fresh perspectives!
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Militarizing DC Sets Dangerous Precedent
- Sending federal agents and the National Guard to DC normalizes militarized responses and expands what's politically acceptable.
- Sam warns this sets a precedent that makes future domestic military deployments easier and more dangerous.
Barista's View That Shaped A Narrative
- Maxwell Frost recounts asking a DC barista about safety and she supported National Guard deployment because of local homelessness and crime interactions.
- He used that local conversation to critique reporters relying on their own impressions versus data.
Data Contradicts Crisis Rhetoric
- Crime statistics showed D.C. at a 30-year low in 2024 and then fell further, undermining the claim of a crisis.
- Sam argues the data contradicts the political justification for federalizing D.C. policing.