Amid nationwide protests, John and Gordy discuss the tensions in Madison and Minneapolis, where ICE's heavy presence is reshaping daily life. They debate a poll question about American democracy's biggest threat, with trust in elections leading concerns. Conversations veer into Trump's controversial policies, including his economic approach and impeachment talks. Listener calls add spice, discussing gun laws and political divides. A historian compares ICE's tactics to historical repression, while Tulsi Gabbard's unexpected involvement in a Georgia FBI raid raises eyebrows. The episode closes with revelations from the Epstein files and a missed National Croissant Day celebration.

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