The Rachel Maddow Show

Maddow: Trump admin shows folly of blind obedience to someone who doesn't know what they're doing

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Mar 21, 2025
Tim Walz, the Governor of Minnesota and former teacher, joins to discuss the chaos of the Trump administration's decision to release unredacted JFK assassination documents. The mishap highlights the dangers of blind obedience to leadership devoid of competence. Walz critiques the move to close the Department of Education, warning of its dire implications for public schooling and accountability. They also delve into the fallout of closed Social Security offices and legal battles surrounding unjust deportation policies, emphasizing the need for governmental responsibility.
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ANECDOTE

Unredacted JFK Files Release

  • Trump ordered the release of unredacted JFK files, exposing private information like Social Security numbers.
  • This affected numerous people, including his own lawyer, Joe diGenova, and staff from related committees.
INSIGHT

Intentional Release

  • The release wasn't a mistake; officials knew about the unredacted information.
  • They proceeded anyway, highlighting blind obedience to Trump.
ANECDOTE

Doge Team's Access Revoked

  • A judge ordered Elon Musk's "Doge" team out of Social Security systems.
  • They had improperly accessed private data of millions, including medical and financial information.
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