Some More News Even More News: Department Of War? Huh? (Good God, Y'all) What Is It Good For?
Sep 9, 2025
The hosts tackle the Supreme Court's decision legalizing racial profiling, highlighting the dangers posed to individual rights. They dive into the implications of a new Department of War, critiquing the normalization of military actions in domestic affairs. The discussion uncovers persistent political hypocrisy in addressing urban crime and examines a controversial military operation that resulted in tragic civilian casualties. With humor and insights, they challenge narratives surrounding immigration and the ethical concerns of military operations.
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Supreme Court Eases ICE Restrictions
- The Supreme Court allowed ICE to continue racial-profiling raids while the case proceeds, creating legal uncertainty.
- Kavanaugh suggested reasonable suspicion can include Latino appearance and Spanish-speaking, lowering protections for civilians.
Hyundai Plant Raid Disrupts Jobs
- Immigration officials raided a Hyundai/LG battery plant in Georgia and detained nearly 500 mostly South Korean workers.
- The raid disrupted the factory opening and raised diplomatic and labor concerns about bringing temporary experts to set up U.S. plants.
Enforcement Quotas Hurt Investment
- The administration's enforcement quotas and mixed messaging undermine foreign investment and trust.
- Detaining temporary skilled workers risks delaying projects and eroding future willingness to invest or bring experts to the U.S.