

Episode 4419: Trump Goes After The Elite Institutions; Calls Off Israeli Airstrike
Apr 17, 2025
Todd Bensman, a Senior National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies, dives into the intriguing interplay between elite institutions and government policies. He discusses the pressures faced by universities amid funding cuts and the political implications of illegal immigration. Bensman also explores the complex geopolitics of the Middle East, highlighting President Trump's diplomatic strategies versus military actions. Additionally, he reviews recent immigration enforcement proposals and the evolving public sentiment on immigration policies.
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Trump Targets Elite Universities
- Trump is aggressively targeting elite educational institutions, aiming to dismantle progressive influences.
- Universities are forming mutual defense pacts to resist these political attacks.
Preemptive Mutual Defense for Schools
- Schools targeted by political attacks should establish mutual defense pacts before being attacked.
- Preemptive alliances increase chances of survival against executive actions and funding cuts.
Form Collective Legal Defense
- Universities and states must form collective legal actions against federal government overreach.
- Strength in unity ensures resistance against executive orders targeting funding and autonomy.