Pirate Wires Trump’s America (ft. Bridget Phetasy) Executive Orders, Pardons, DEI & More!
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Jan 24, 2025 
Bridget Phetasy, a sharp political and cultural commentator, joins the discussion on Trump's recent inauguration and the ensuing political waves. The conversation dives into executive orders, the significance of pardons, and a renewed optimism in America. They tackle the contentious topic of DEI programs, exploring public sentiment and legal ramifications. TikTok's implications in the political sphere and the impact of censorship are also analyzed, alongside the intertwining of technology and politics during Trump’s term.
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Inauguration Excitement
- Trump's inauguration felt like Obama's in 2008, energetic and exciting.
- Mike Solana had forgotten what it felt like when the nation was excited about a president.
Shifting Political Landscape
- Democrats rediscovered the border after four years of neglect, and the right-wing suddenly became "cool."
- There's been a shift in the mainstream as people who wouldn't be seen with Trump six months ago now embrace him.
ICE Raids in Boston
- A Fox News video showed ICE arresting illegal immigrants with numerous criminal convictions.
- Mike Solana questions how anyone could defend not deporting violent criminals who entered the country illegally.