The Dispatch Podcast Fear and Looting in Los Angeles | Roundtable
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Jun 13, 2025 
In a riveting discussion, David French, an attorney and senior editor at The Dispatch, joins Jonah Goldberg, Steve Hayes, and Sarah Isgur to analyze the chaos of the Los Angeles riots and their implications. They explore the nuanced definition of 'insurrection' and how the unrest might impact Trump's public image. The conversation delves into the use of military force in domestic issues, raising concerns over democracy and civil liberties while addressing the current immigration enforcement strategies and the powerful narratives surrounding unrest.
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Trump's Military Power and Trust Issues
- Donald Trump's use of military power raises trust issues due to his rhetoric framing domestic enemies as threats. - This creates a pretextual climate allowing him to push for expanded war powers, which is concerning.
Legal Ambiguity of Troop Deployment
- Deploying National Guard and Marines in violent situations is likely legal but surrounded by ambiguities. - Courts tend to avoid intervening in such politically charged scenarios, increasing risks of escalation.
Political Dynamics of Unrest Narratives
- Political responses to unrest often favor strong law enforcement to gain voter support. - Left's nuanced condemnation of violence with caveats undermines their message and emboldens opponents.
