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Stephanie Winkles, rally MC and organizer who coordinates safety and logistics. Keith Ellison, Minnesota Attorney General working on legal responses to ICE actions. They discuss subzero protest logistics, crowd safety, union solidarity, chilled equipment and warmers, legal strategies against ICE, and how Minnesota could set national precedents.

Breaking news about an ICE shooting in Minneapolis and skepticism toward the official account. Multiple bystander videos show agents tackling and pepper-spraying a man before shots are fired. Analysis of several camera angles raises questions about the use of force and evidence handling. Discussion of witness detentions, restricted scene access, and widespread community fear.

JD Vance, U.S. political figure and author who has served in policy roles, defends immigration enforcement tactics and federal law‑enforcement actions. He discusses protest limits, cooperation between federal and local officials, incidents involving ICE officers, and debates over administrative warrants and policing priorities. The conversation features heated back-and-forths and sharp critique.

Haley — Dallas baker and co-host who brings progressive family perspectives. Mary Lou — MAGA-identifying mother active on social media. Bob — retired Oklahoma Republican offering conservative views. Chad — podcaster who reconnects and debates politics with his parents. They spar about Trump-era politics, immigration, foreign policy, healthcare, civil liberties and the family dynamics behind fierce political divides.

A heated take on Trump's Davos theatrics and Greenland maneuver. Fact-checking of economic boasts and the gap between market gains and everyday life. Discussion of energy policy, China’s renewable dominance, and the geopolitical stakes of minerals. Critique of migration rhetoric, austerity, youth unemployment, and theatrical foreign-policy proposals.

Nick Shirley, an independent YouTuber known for his viral investigations into daycare fraud, joins the discussion. He shares how his Minnesota daycare video gained traction and its unexpected political ramifications. The conversation dives into his investigative methods, revealing licensing violations at the Quality Learning Center. They also debate the implications of homeschooling and the links between daycare centers and local politics. Plus, Shirley reflects on his motivations and the backlash from mainstream media, highlighting the contentious nature of his work.

Kat Abughazaleh, a progressive activist and congressional candidate for Illinois' 9th District, passionately discusses her grassroots campaign aimed at challenging corporate influence in politics. She shares her motivations to fight for housing, Medicare-for-all, and AI regulation. Kat candidly reveals her experiences with ICE protests, media scrutiny, and online abuse. She emphasizes the importance of direct action and holding elected officials accountable while addressing the need for solidarity between marginalized communities. Expect insights on the challenges of running as a working-class candidate!

The discussion kicks off with Trump's unusual interest in purchasing Greenland as climate change alters shipping routes. Protests in Copenhagen highlight Greenlanders' clear rejection of American overtures, contrasting U.S. rhetoric with their own robust social safety nets. The podcast delves into the broader implications for Canada and the postwar international order, while also examining the hypocrisy in EU responses. Hasanabi emphasizes the need for Europe to strengthen its geopolitical stance against U.S. unilateralism and showcases voices from Greenland advocating for autonomy and social protections.

Andrew McCabe, the Former Deputy Director of the FBI, shares insights on Trump's threat to invoke the Insurrection Act amid protests in Minneapolis. He discusses the implications of using federal military tactics and critiques their effectiveness during large protests. McCabe highlights the lack of legal grounds for the Act's invocation and warns of escalating tensions due to federal interventions. He also addresses the credibility of ICE in light of recent custody deaths, emphasizing the need for accountability in law enforcement.

A vivid analysis dives into the tragic killing of Renee Good by ICE agents, highlighting critical footage and timing surrounding the incident. The discussion unveils contradictory evidence against claims of the agents being run over, revealing a pattern of dangerous positioning by officers. Hasanabi reflects on the moral outrage of justifying such actions and critiques the toxic behavior rampant online. The podcast also touches on the radicalization of public sentiment towards federal actions and concludes with reflections on broader political implications.