The Daily Trump and ‘the Squad’
Jul 16, 2019
Julie Hirschfeld Davis, Congressional correspondent for The New York Times, dives into the recent political storm surrounding President Trump's attacks on four Democratic congresswomen. She discusses the fierce defiance of 'the Squad'—Ocasio-Cortez, Omar, Pressley, and Tlaib—as they refuse to be silenced. The conversation highlights the tensions between progressive ideals and party leadership, along with the implications of Trump's rhetoric. Davis emphasizes the importance of activism in confronting bullying, while unpacking the growing divisions within the Democratic Party.
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AOC's Early Activism
- After the midterm elections, climate protesters staged a sit-in outside Nancy Pelosi's office.
- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joined, protesting her soon-to-be speaker.
AOC's Activist Approach
- Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez arrived in Congress as an activist, pushing for change.
- She immediately began advocating for her agenda, unlike typical freshman members.
Border Bill Conflict
- Tensions escalated when a humanitarian aid bill for migrants at the border arose.
- The squad saw this as a chance to protest Trump's broader immigration agenda.