Hacks On Tap Orbánized Crime
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Oct 7, 2025 The hosts dive into the implications of Trump deploying troops to U.S. cities, sparking debates about militarized policing and public perception. They also tackle ICE's controversial tactics and the potential impact of a federal shutdown on various programs. The contrasting styles of governors Newsom and Pritzker shine a light on state-level responses to national issues. Plus, discussions on Trump's hints at pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell and concerns over media consolidation draw comparisons to authoritarian regimes.
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Troops On Streets Serve Political Ends
- The Trump administration is deploying federal forces to cities, framing it as tackling crime but often targeting non-criminal residents.
- David Axelrod argues the moves serve political and acculturation aims rather than clear public-safety priorities.
ICE Arrests Hit Noncriminal Residents
- David Axelrod cites ICE arrests where 60% had no convictions and included longtime U.S. residents and business owners.
- He uses specific stories to argue ICE actions are quota-driven and indiscriminate.
Normalization Of Military Presence
- John Heilemann warns the visible deployment may normalize troops in U.S. cities for future political use.
- He sees an acculturation strategy that could be harnessed for authoritarian aims down the line.
