Trump Sends Military After Protesters in Authoritarian Move | Pivot
- Jun 10, 2025
- 1:00:16
- Full Episode
Kara and Scott discuss the protests in Los Angeles, and dig into Trump's escalating authoritarian tactics. Then, they debate how the Democratic Party should fight back. Plus, Trump threatens Elon Musk with “serious consequences” if he backs Democrats, but is Elon’s behavior on X a sign he’s crawling back? And, Warner Bros. Discovery confirms it’s splitting into two companies, just as Kara and Scott predicted.
Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 0:39 L.A. Protests/Military Deployed 14:03 What Democrat Will Step Up? 20:19 Trump/Elon Breakup Fallout 29:47 DOGE’s Future 33:26 Warner Bros. Discovery Splits 45:57 Wins and Fails
Producers: Lara Naaman Zoë Marcus Taylor Griffin Kevin Oliver
Audio Engineer: Ernie Indradat
Vox Media's Executive Producer of Podcasts: Nishat Kurwa
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Brief Summary
Gavin Newsom challenges Trump over National Guard deployment, while Trump and Musk's relationship deteriorates amid Warner Brothers Discovery's split.
Key points
- California vs. Trump Administration. Governor Newsom challenges Trump's order to federalize National Guard amid protests over immigration raids.
- Echoes of 30s Germany. Comparisons drawn between current U.S. actions and early Nazi propaganda tactics.
- The Future of America. Discussion on how states may economically sequester and refuse to honor presidential election results.
- Elon Musk's Political Maneuvering. Elon Musk is retweeting support for Trump while facing pressure from his businesses.
- Warner Brothers Discovery Split. Warner Brothers Discovery will split into two public companies, focusing on streaming and networks.
- Consolidation in Media. Discussion on the potential merger of major media companies and the implications for the industry.
Episode highlights
- California vs. Trump AdministrationGovernor Newsom challenges Trump's order to federalize National Guard amid protests over immigration raids.“This is complete overreach by a desperate despot.”1:35Jun 10, 2025
- Echoes of 30s GermanyComparisons drawn between current U.S. actions and early Nazi propaganda tactics.“You don't have to be Hitler to borrow methods from his playbook.”1:47Jun 10, 2025
- The Future of AmericaDiscussion on how states may economically sequester and refuse to honor presidential election results.“I think this is another step of breaking up.”8:51Jun 10, 2025
- Elon Musk's Political ManeuveringElon Musk is retweeting support for Trump while facing pressure from his businesses.“People are trying to get Elon to back off and acquiesce.”21:29Jun 10, 2025
- Warner Brothers Discovery SplitWarner Brothers Discovery will split into two public companies, focusing on streaming and networks.“The split is expected to be complete by the middle of next year.”33:36Jun 10, 2025
- Consolidation in MediaDiscussion on the potential merger of major media companies and the implications for the industry.“This ecosystem, this is going to be a very interesting 12 or 24 months.”43:18Jun 10, 2025
- Harvey Milk's LegacyThe renaming of the USNS Harvey Milk sparks outrage over bigotry and historical recognition.“It is just such an affront to the gay community.”54:46Jun 10, 2025
