The Next Level 1047: JD Vance Picked the Ugliest Fight on Purpose
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Jan 14, 2026 The hosts dive into the controversial ICE killing in Minneapolis and the subsequent resignations of DOJ prosecutors. They critique JD Vance's defense of state violence and explore political dynamics around Trump’s pressure on Jerome Powell. The discussion shifts to democratizing candidate fit, highlighting Mary Peltola's appeal in Alaska. They also tackle the absurdity of Trump's Greenland obsession and the implications of U.S. intervention in Iran and Venezuela, weaving a narrative rich with political strategy and cultural commentary.
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Authoritarianism Emerging Through State Violence
- The Minneapolis ICE killing reveals a broader authoritarian pattern where state power is defended and dissent is delegitimized.
- Sarah Longwell warns Americans are increasingly willing to accept unchecked state violence when it's framed as necessary authority.
How Renee Good Was 'Othered' After Her Death
- Sarah Longwell recounts how Renee Good was othered because she was a lesbian, fueling harassment and defamation after her killing.
- She connects the targeting to broader rhetoric that paints marginalized protesters as 'not real Americans.'
Prosecutors Resign Over Targeting Victim's Family
- The DOJ moved to investigate the victim's partner, prompting six Minnesota federal prosecutors to resign in protest.
- Jonathan V. Last calls the move 'sick,' highlighting institutional willingness to target victims' families instead of officers.