The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Raging Moderates: Trump Pulls Back in Minneapolis as Democrats Turn Up Pressure on ICE
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Jan 28, 2026 They debate Democrats' leverage over ICE funding and the risks of a targeted shutdown. They unpack Republican contradictions on the Second Amendment after a deadly federal-agent shooting. They critique a glossy Melania Trump documentary and the politics of a reported $40 million payday.
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Returning From Davos Sparked A Stark Realization
- Scott described feeling jarred returning from Davos and realizing similar brutal state actions happen in the U.S. as abroad.
- He quoted colleagues noting we execute citizens in the street, prompting a stark personal realization.
Minneapolis Incident Created Political Leverage
- The killing of Alex Preddie pushed Democrats into a leverage moment over ICE funding and oversight.
- Local protests and state-level actions in Minneapolis amplified pressure far faster than Washington alone.
Demand Specific, Enforceable ICE Reforms
- Democrats should demand concrete reforms like warrants, body cams, IDs, and limits on ICE access to schools and churches.
- Use targeted spending bills to extract those specific changes rather than vague slogans.