The Opinions From ICE to Foreign Quagmires: Escalation Everywhere
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Jan 10, 2026 
David French, a Conservative columnist known for his insights on law and politics, joins Carlos Lozada, an opinion columnist focused on foreign affairs, to unravel the implications of recent events. They dive into the controversial ICE shooting in Minneapolis and debate the potential backfire on the administration’s narrative. The discussion shifts to Trump's aggressive foreign policy in Venezuela, questioning America's role in the hemisphere and the motivations behind military interventions. Both provide critical context on nationalism, militarism, and the complexities of recent strategies.
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ICE Deployment Raises Escalation Risk
- Deploying ICE agents in unfamiliar urban roles increases the chance of deadly escalation.
- David French warns the agents lack beat-cop training and that aggressive placement creates volatile confrontations.
Allegiance Shapes Perceived Reality
- Political loyalty now often overrides factual belief in incidents like the Minneapolis shooting.
- Michelle Cottle says allegiance, not evidence, drives how people interpret events under this administration.
Don't Overclaim When Evidence Is Clear
- Avoid hyperbolic framing when facts are easily checked, because lies can backfire.
- David French suggests the administration's quick 'domestic terrorist' claim may harm its credibility.
