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Jan 2025
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Raging Moderates: Trump's Immigration Cr...

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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dive into Trump’s whirlwind first week back in office. From immigration crackdowns to controversial pardons and foreign aid freezes, they break down the chaos and its implications for the U.S. They also explore why the Democratic opposition is falling short, the balance between confrontation and compromise, and how moderates fit into the current political climate.


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