The Morning Edition Is Trump inciting a civil war?
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Jun 11, 2025 Peter Hartcher, the international and political editor, shares insights on the alarming events unfolding in Los Angeles. Discussing federal actions and Trump's call for military deployment, he highlights the rise of protests and the escalating tensions between state and federal authorities. Hartcher warns about the dangerous implications of labeling citizens as threats and the unprecedented increase in presidential power. The conversation raises critical questions about constitutional norms and the potential shift towards authoritarian governance in America.
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LA's Charged Atmosphere
- Shopkeepers in LA boarded up shops due to recent lootings amid federal immigration raids.
- Graffiti expressing strong anti-Trump and anti-ICE sentiments covered government buildings, highlighting deep local resistance.
Escalation From Raids To Troops
- Trump's mass immigration raids started modestly with around 100 arrests in LA.
- Deployment of 2,000 National Guards without state consent escalated tensions and protests.
Political War Fuels Conflict
- Trump views California as an enemy Democrat-controlled state, clashing with Governor Gavin Newsom.
- This political war drives the aggressive federal response in LA against local opposition.