In Episode 14 of Podpinions, Rich and Bruce dig into the political drama in Texas, where Democrats walked out during a rare mid-decade redistricting push — and how the term “gerrymander” traces back to 1812. We break down what the changes could mean, why the outrage is one-sided, and when it might actually take effect.
Then it’s on to Washington, D.C., where crime stats are allegedly being “cooked” by police leadership, prompting Trump to take control of the D.C. Police Department and National Guard. We cover Section 740 authority, what it means for other cities, and why claims of “martial law” are way off base.
We wrap with a discussion about AI search results — and whether they’re already filtering what we see. From salamanders to search bars, we’re roasting bad politics, broken narratives, and cooked numbers.
FACT: Yes, D.C. Crime Is Out of Control
Articles August 11, 2025
https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/08/fact-yes-d-c-crime-is-out-of-control/
Declaring a Crime Emergency in the District of Columbia
Presidential Actions, Executive Orders August 11, 2025
https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/08/declaring-a-crime-emergency-in-the-district-of-columbia/
🕒 Timestamps
00:00 – Opening banter & AI search concerns 🤖
05:01 – Gerrymandering history 📜🐉
10:01 – Texas walkouts 🏛️
15:01 – Abbott’s arrest threats 🚔
20:03 – D.C. crime scandal 🚨
25:03 – Media vs. real crime 📰
30:05 – Trump takes control 🇺🇸
35:06 – Section 740 explained 📜
40:08 – Comparing D.C. & state powers
45:11 – “Martial law” misconceptions
50:11 – Broader crime narratives
55:11 – Public trust & info sources
1:00:13 – Closing thoughts 🤖
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