Timcast IRL LIVE NYC Mayoral Debate, Cuomo, Mamdani, Sliwa & more w/ Adam Johnson
Oct 17, 2025
In this lively discussion, Adam Johnson, a former public figure and author, shares insights on the controversial arrest of an undocumented police officer in Illinois. The panel dives into the chaotic NYC mayoral debate, highlighting candidates' views on everything from prostitution enforcement to mental health response strategies. Johnson reveals anecdotes about his unique experiences and critiques the intersection of social media and political tactics, particularly in light of recent campaigns. Expect humor, spirited debate, and a glimpse into the future of NYC politics!
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Illegal-Immigrant Officers Expose Policy Risks
- Tim Pool highlights ICE arresting an illegal-immigrant police officer in Hanover Park as evidence of systemic lax enforcement.
- He argues Democrat policies enabled non-citizens to gain public authority, creating security and legal concerns.
Self-Deprecating Personal Intro
- Adam Johnson jokingly describes himself as a "recently pardoned terrorist" and former short-tenure Speaker of the House.
- He plugs his book Take a Gay Stand and his website unlicensedfurnituremovers.com.
DACA Creates Enforcement Dilemmas
- Hosts note many jurisdictions employed DACA recipients in law enforcement and public roles, complicating enforcement options.
- They argue rescinding DACA would allow deportations but predict political pushback and repeated amnesty promises.
