Multipolarity Musk Rat Love, Remember the LA mo’, Promising The Rare Earth
Jun 12, 2025
Tensions bubble as the divide between tech moguls and political leaders widens, signaling a rift in the MAGA movement. The chaos in LA raises unaddressed questions about law and order in a fracturing America. Meanwhile, China's powerful grip on rare earth metals presents a looming challenge for U.S. tech and military sectors, sparking urgent trade negotiations. Inflation dynamics further complicate global capital markets, showcasing the ongoing economic fallout from recent crises.
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Musk-Trump Split Reveals MAGA Schism
- The Musk-Trump split reflects a deeper schism between populist MAGA and tech-focused fiscal conservatives.
- This highlights a growing tension over priorities like immigration and government spending within the MAGA coalition.
Economic Divide within MAGA
- MAGA movement divides economically between protectionist conservatives and libertarian tech boosters.
- This tension touches immigration, labor, and technology policies within the broad Republican coalition.
Militarized Response to LA Riots
- Federal government deployed military forces to Los Angeles riots, marking a sharp departure from past riot responses.
- This militarization raises constitutional questions and signals a new, harder edge in domestic law enforcement.