The Dan Bongino Show They Just Said the Quiet Part Out Loud | Episode 213
Jan 28, 2026
Eric Schwamm, a retired U.S. Army Green Beret and commentator on insurgency, analyzes unrest in Minnesota through the lens of unconventional warfare. He compares local tactics to foreign insurgent methods. He discusses improvised tools, coordinated communications like Signal, signs of centralized command, and possible outside funding and training.
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Preddy Was An Active Insurgent
- Alex Preddy was more than a bystander; he had a history of direct confrontations with law enforcement.
- Vince argues Preddy's activism and prior scuffles help explain how he ended up dead in Minneapolis.
Homan Sent To Reassert Control
- Tom Homan was sent by President Trump to Minnesota to regain control and support law enforcement.
- Vince presents Homan's arrival as a deliberate escalation to "win" the operation.
Local Leaders Refuse Federal Cooperation
- Minneapolis leaders, notably Mayor Jacob Frey, refuse to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.
- Vince argues their stance obstructs federal efforts and protects criminals in the city.