The Culture War Podcast with Tim Pool

DC Crackdown In FULL SWING, Left Comes UNGLUED Over Safe Streets ft. Nick Sortor

Aug 25, 2025
In a lively discussion, independent journalist Nick Sortor shares his insights on the controversial deployment of the National Guard in D.C. He addresses the drop in crime rates amid federal law enforcement presence and the mixed reactions from locals. Sortor highlights the crucial influence of District Attorneys on crime and accountability, calling for more public engagement in electoral processes. He also touches on shifting political attitudes in urban areas, revealing a growing disillusionment with extreme progressive policies.
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ANECDOTE

Firsthand View Of D.C.'s Pre-Crackdown Danger

  • Nick Sorter describes walking D.C. streets and seeing how dangerous it felt before the crackdown.
  • He recounts witnessing carjackings and criminals targeting even neighborhoods near the Capitol.
INSIGHT

Media Spin Vs. Street Reality

  • Sorter says media portrayals of a 'martial law' takeover mischaracterize the federal presence in D.C.
  • He argues the National Guard and deputized agents are deterring crime and restoring order.
ANECDOTE

Police Morale Improved On The Ground

  • Nick says he shadowed police overnight and found MPD officers ecstatic about federal assistance.
  • He reports morale rose because officers are 'allowed to be cops' again.
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