The Briefing with Jen Psaki 'He's not going to be president forever': Pritzker vows accountability for Trump officials
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Jan 21, 2026 
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, known for his resistance against federal overreach, discusses protecting citizens from Trump's aggressive militarization. He emphasizes the need for accountability for Trump officials, highlighting Illinois' legal strategies and community mobilization. Maryland Governor Wes Moore adds insight into the responsibilities of state leaders in managing military deployments and ensuring service members act on lawful orders. Both leaders stress the crucial role of governors in upholding democracy in the face of federal actions.
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Power As Performance
- Jen Psaki argues Trump prioritizes performative displays of power over policy substance.
- Trump uses military presence as a visual prop to intimidate and control cities rather than to solve problems.
From Testing To Strategy
- Federal deployments into U.S. cities are moving from experiments to active strategy under Trump.
- Deployments risk creating clashes between federal forces and local authorities, escalating unrest.
Police Officers Report Federal Abuse
- Minneapolis police officers reported off-duty encounters and abuses by ICE and federal agents.
- One officer described being boxed in, having documentation demanded, and her phone knocked away while armed agents had guns drawn.