The Headlines Inside Trump’s D.C. Takeover, and the White House Takes On the Smithsonian
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Aug 13, 2025 The podcast dives into Trump’s controversial strategies as the National Guard is deployed in D.C., creating tensions with local officials. There’s a fascinating discussion on how the Trump administration is pushing the Smithsonian to alter its exhibits, potentially reshaping America’s historical narrative. Meanwhile, a significant cybersecurity breach, suspected to involve Russia, raises alarms about the security of court records. On a lighter note, nostalgia strikes as classic songs are being revitalized with new music videos, capturing both old and new audiences.
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Guard Patrol At The Washington Monument
- A reporter saw about a dozen D.C. National Guard troops arrive by the Washington Monument and take photos with tourists.
- The troops said they were doing a "presence patrol" and left after roughly two hours.
Show Of Force, Not Always Enforcement
- The administration deployed 800 National Guard members and 500 federal agents to D.C. while claiming rising crime.
- Officials acknowledge Guard troops largely serve as a visual show of force without arrest powers.
Mayor Bowser Pushes Back
- Mayor Muriel Bowser publicly rebuked the president's depiction of Washington as a crime-ridden place.
- She urged residents to unite against what she called an "authoritarian push."