The Eric Metaxas Show #45 - Steve Deace
Jan 28, 2026
Steve Deace, conservative commentator and podcaster known for sharp political analysis. He argues Minneapolis is a national flashpoint. He warns the COVID playbook could repeat. He explores how blue city policies affect enforcement. He discusses pressure on state leaders, the idea of making examples, and potential federal responses.
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Minneapolis As National Flashpoint
- Minneapolis is framed as the national flashpoint of a domestic Cold Civil War and a potential repeat of the COVID-era playbook.
- Steve Deace warns that if federal will falters, blue city 'sleeper cells' will emulate and expand unrest nationwide.
COVID Playbook Returning As Local Overreach
- Deace argues authorities are elevating alternative voices who obstruct federal enforcement and repeat the COVID pattern of local overreach.
- He predicts other blue city governments will watch and copy Minneapolis if federal response fails.
Act Early Rather Than React
- Get out in front of threats rather than reacting later to avoid being labeled alarmists after failure.
- Deace urges prompt, preemptive action to prevent blue city tactics from spreading.