The Next Level 1048: The New Rule is "Comply or Die" | Secret Podcast
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Jan 17, 2026 The hosts dive into the controversial Minneapolis shooting, analyzing the footage and the public's varying reactions. They explore the hypocrisy behind the 'comply or die' rhetoric within law enforcement. There's a sharp critique of ICE tactics amid declining support for Trump's policies, highlighted by new polling data. The discussion also touches on the potential split between MAGA and non-MAGA Republicans and electoral implications for upcoming congressional races. It's a mix of sharp insights and critical analysis of current political dynamics.
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Public Rorschach Test On Use Of Deadly Force
- The Minneapolis video forces a public test of willingness to use deadly force with limited information.
- Jonathan V. Last and Sarah Longwell argue most viewers see the shooter did not face imminent danger.
Shooter Filming While Firing
- Sarah Longwell recounts the shooter filming on his phone while firing, showing reckless behavior.
- She contrasts modern cellphone-era dangers with her childhood hunter safety lessons where phones weren't an issue.
Hypocrisy In Applying The 'Comply' Standard
- The hosts expose a stark hypocrisy: praise for foreign protestors but defense of domestic deadly force.
- They argue Republicans often apply a 'comply or die' standard selectively for non-MAGA groups.