The Warning with Steve Schmidt Trump Trying To Take Over American Cities By Force
Aug 25, 2025
The discussion highlights the ramifications of a curfew in Washington D.C. and how it poses a threat to constitutional rights. The conversation dives into the authoritarian measures being imposed and their impact on marginalized communities. There's a strong emphasis on the dangers of military overreach in American cities. The need to protect freedoms and resist oppressive actions is a key focus, making for a compelling critique of current leadership.
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Curfew As Symbolic Overreach
- Steve Schmidt argues that imposing an 11 p.m. curfew in Washington, D.C. is a symbolic overreach that targets everyday life and liberties.
- He frames the curfew as performative politics that criminalize routine activities and youth in black and brown communities.
Federal Troops As Political Precedent
- Schmidt warns Trump's use of federal forces in D.C. sets a precedent to federalize troops in states against their own citizens.
- He says this threatens multiple constitutional rights and risks turning Guard units into occupying forces in political adversary cities.
The 'Big Lie' As Enabler
- Schmidt connects Trump's actions to the 'big lie' tactic, arguing large falsehoods enable authoritarian moves.
- He cautions that successful abuses now become templates for widening power grabs elsewhere.