This is America

Why are Republicans trying to give themselves an edge in Congress? In the words of one GOP lawmaker: “Because we can.” This week, Rachel and Aaron separate the facts from JD Vance’s alt reality as some Democrats prepare to fight fire with fire. Plus: Trump takes federal control over Washington DC. And South Park sends up America’s most notorious puppy killer. LINKS: * YouTube: President Trump holds news conference on plans to address D.C. crime * Gavin Newsom to Trump: ‘You Are Playing With Fire’ * The Cycle (Substack): Appeasement Didn’t Work Then; It Won’t Work Now The Cycle- On Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thecycle.substack.com/subscribe