The DSR Network The Daily Blast: Trump’s Rage at Protests Boils Over as ICE Scandal Takes Worse Turn
Jan 20, 2026
Investigative journalist Mark Follman, known for his keen reporting on political violence, joins to dissect President Trump’s recent incendiary rhetoric. Follman reveals how Trump’s invocation of the Insurrection Act could dangerously shift power dynamics. They delve into the troubling narratives surrounding ICE and the unjustified Renee Good shooting, highlighting how Trump exploits crises to manipulate public perception. The conversation also addresses the escalating polarization and how such divisive tactics might set the stage for future conflicts.
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Insurrection Act Threat Is Intentional
- Mark Follman argues Trump's Insurrection Act threat is deliberate and serious, not mere rhetoric.
- He uses ambiguity to keep media and public guessing about actual intentions.
Testing Federal Force Against Cities
- Follman says invoking the Insurrection Act here would be an enormous abuse of power targeted at protests.
- He warns the administration is testing whether it can deploy armed federal forces against local populations.
Video Undercuts ICE's Story
- The New York Times frame-by-frame analysis shows the ICE agent was not run over and shot Renee Good while she was turning away.
- Follman calls the footage damning and says the killing was not justified.