Part Of The Problem It Was Always About Regime Change
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Jan 13, 2026 Dave Smith and Robbie Bernstein dive into the unpredictable realm of Trump's foreign policy as he approaches 2026. They spotlight the protests in Iran, dissecting the murky motivations behind regime change and the hypocrisy of war hawks. The duo also tackles the recent ICE shooting, examining the legal disparities between police and civilians. As social media plays a role in shaping public opinion, they assess the implications for immigration enforcement and reflect on Trump's unpredictable threats toward Iran, revealing the complexities of modern governance.
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Trump's Escalating Foreign-Policy Recklessness
- Donald Trump appears increasingly reckless and incoherent in foreign policy, threatening multiple countries simultaneously.
- Dave Smith argues this risks turning Trump into an authoritarian warmonger despite prior anti-interventionist claims.
Regime Change Is The Real Motive
- Smith and Robbie say recent U.S. rhetoric toward Iran, Venezuela and others reflects a push for regime change rather than narrow security goals.
- They point out hawks previously denied regime-change motives but now openly call for toppling foreign governments.
Humanitarian Rhetoric Masks Intervention
- War hawks suddenly claim humanitarian motives while ignoring past mass casualties from U.S.-backed campaigns.
- Smith highlights this selective concern as hypocrisy used to justify further intervention.