It Could Happen Here

Executive Disorder: White House Weekly #33

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Sep 12, 2025
The discussion kicks off with the shocking assassination of a political figure at a public event, raising questions about gun laws and political violence. Insights into Jeffrey Epstein's controversial connections emerge through his birthday book, filled with unsettling relationships. The hosts also explore a raid on a Hyundai plant, issues of immigration, and the DOJ's consideration of a trans gun ban that adds layers to current tensions. Meanwhile, the spread of misinformation during crises and its political ramifications are critically examined.
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INSIGHT

Low Technical Barrier To Deadly Public Attacks

  • The Charlie Kirk assassination revealed how a lone shooter with basic marksmanship can strike public figures at outdoor events.
  • Hosts emphasize that such attacks don't require military skill, just hobbyist-level shooting and weak perimeters.
INSIGHT

Leaks Shape Narrative Before Facts

  • Early leaked investigative details can spread widely and persist even if later corrected.
  • The hosts warn that premature internal reports bake misinformation into public belief.
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Post-Assassination Calls For Retaliation

  • Violent rhetoric from high-profile right-wing figures surged after the assassination and risked normalized calls for retaliation.
  • Hosts map how commentators framed the event as 'war' and demanded punitive action.
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