The Rachel Maddow Show Pritzker digs in against Trump abuse of National Guard; warns of 2026 Trump scheme
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Oct 7, 2025 
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, a prominent opponent of federal overreach, discusses the alarming use of the National Guard in U.S. cities. He highlights the dangers of normalizing military presence and its potential use against citizens in the 2026 election. Pritzker warns about the implications of federalized ICE and Border Patrol tactics and calls for a united stand from fellow governors. Additionally, Joshua Aaron shares insights on the removal of his ICEBlock app, emphasizing the need for resistance against corporate submission to government pressure.
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Active-Duty Troops As A Political Tool
- The Trump administration is preparing active-duty military to operate in U.S. cities, signaling a shift toward domestic militarization.
- Rachel Maddow and J.B. Pritzker warn this could normalize troops on streets ahead of 2026 elections.
Military Tactics By Civil Agencies
- Federal agents in Chicago are using military-style tactics including flashbangs, helicopters, zip ties and mass apartment entries.
- Those operations preceded any troop deployment and raised questions about civil liberties and press access.
Blackhawk Helicopters Over Chicago Homes
- J.B. Pritzker describes Chicago residents awakened by Blackhawk helicopters and agents dragging people from homes.
- He frames these ICE raids as traumatic, militarized actions happening inside the U.S.