Trump Federalizes DC Police & Dems' Heads Explode plus Admin Directs the Military to Take Out Terrorist Drug Cartels
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Aug 12, 2025
The discussion kicks off with Trump's federal control of D.C. police, aimed at addressing skyrocketing crime rates. Legal justifications for these moves are explored, citing constitutional authority. The hosts criticize Democrats and media for labeling the actions as authoritarian while arguing for stronger law enforcement. The podcast also tackles Trump's directive to use military force against drug cartels, comparing it to historical initiatives and discussing its potential impact on drug-related violence.
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Trump Federalizes D.C. Police
Ted Cruz says President Trump invoked federal control over D.C. police to fight violent crime.
He framed the move as 'Liberation Day' to address murders, carjackings, and assaults in the capital.
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Specific Federal Actions Taken
Ted Cruz lists concrete steps: invoking Section 740, mobilizing the National Guard, naming a federal commissioner, and reassigning FBI agents to patrol.
He presents these measures as a rapid federal response to restore public safety in D.C.
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Cruz's Personal Theft Story
Ted Cruz recounts a studio truck break-in where thieves stole his briefcase with a computer and an iPad.
He uses the personal theft to illustrate the everyday crime dangers residents and visitors face in D.C.
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Trump invoked Section 740 of the D.C. Home Rule Act to place the D.C. police under federal control.
He declared a public safety emergency, citing high crime rates including murder, carjackings, and assaults.
Additional measures included:
Reassigning FBI agents to nighttime patrols.
Deploying the National Guard.
Appointing a federal commissioner for the D.C. police.
2. Legal Justification
The podcast outlines constitutional and statutory authority for Trump’s actions:
Article I, Section 8, Clause 17 of the U.S. Constitution.
D.C. Code Section 49-49 and the 1973 Home Rule Act.
Reference to Posse Comitatus Act and DOJ opinions that D.C. is legally distinct from other cities.
3. Criticism of Democrats and Media
Hosts argue that Democrats and mainstream media are unfairly criticizing Trump’s actions.
They claim Democrats oppose law enforcement and support policies that increase crime (e.g., no cash bail).
The podcast accuses the media of misrepresenting Trump’s actions as dictatorial.
4. Military Action Against Drug Cartels
Trump reportedly authorized military force against cartels like MS-13 and Cartel de los Soles.
The move is compared to Plan Colombia, a U.S. military initiative under President George W. Bush.
The podcast suggests this could be a turning point in combating drug-related violence and trafficking.
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Verdict with Ted Cruz