The Briefing with Jen Psaki Maddow: Trump's attacks on immigrants serve a more sinister purpose
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Dec 11, 2025 
Rachel Maddow, an investigative journalist and host, dives into her new podcast, "Burn Order", discussing the historical treatment of Japanese Americans during WWII and the lessons it holds for today's immigrant discourse. She critiques Trump's anti-immigrant rhetoric as a tool for gaining power, compares past and present resistance, and warns against potential aggression towards Venezuela driven by oil interests. Joining the conversation, Senator Jon Ossoff shares insights on recent Democratic wins, health care policies, and the critical stakes surrounding ACA subsidies.
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Open Xenophobia And Republican Silence
- Donald Trump's public attacks on immigrants mirror his prior private remarks but now occur openly and without broad GOP rebuke.
- Jen Psaki warns Republican silence will leave a lasting stain on their historical record.
Emmer’s Shift On Somali Constituents
- Jen Psaki recounts Tom Emmer defending Somali immigrants a decade ago when constituents pushed bans on Muslims moving to St. Cloud.
- Emmer later echoed anti-Somali rhetoric, showing political shift to appease MAGA influence.
Use History To Guide Moral Courage
- Rachel Maddow emphasizes studying history to understand present abuses and who enabled them.
- She urges public objection and mitigation even if stopping injustice seems impossible.
