

WarRoom Battleground EP 825: Bringing Law And Order To DC And Dangerous Sanctuary Cities
Aug 9, 2025
John Lott, an economist and gun rights expert, joins former U.S. Representative Dave Brat and journalist Brandon Showalter to delve into pressing topics. They discuss the troubling rise of crime in D.C. and potential federal interventions, along with how economic factors influence today's societal unrest. The conversation shifts to the cultural impact of transgender ideology, particularly on children, and the need for accountability in medical practices related to gender clinics. Their lively exchange highlights the complexities shaping current American values and governance.
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ICE Is Becoming A Militarized Domestic Force
- Dave Brat warns ICE is a militarized force operating domestically and unaccountable.
- He compares it to authoritarian securitized states and cautions about mission creep.
Primal Scream Framing Of The Regime
- Stephen K. Bannon calls the movement "the primal scream of a dying regime" and vows harsh action.
- He frames saving the country as a moral mission that justifies aggressive tactics.
D.C. Crime: Fewer Cops, More Juvenile Offenses
- John Lott says reported crime in D.C. fell recently but remains above pre-COVID levels amid fewer police.
- He warns the city's reluctance to punish juveniles fuels pack violence and repeat offending.