The Morning Meeting Trump Says Bodycams Will Be Good for ICE, Border Patrol Officers, Revealing Protesters' Tactics
Feb 3, 2026
Kevin Walling, political commentator who analyzes policy and governance, and Eric Erickson, conservative strategist focused on elections and immigration. They debate body cams for ICE and Border Patrol, funding fights and shutdown risks, nationalizing elections and Trump’s messaging, plus Ukraine-Russia responses and immigration tradeoffs.
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ICE Funding Stalemate
- Negotiations over ICE funding and operational limits look unbridgeable between Democrats and Republicans.
- Mark Halperin and guests expect body cameras but not judicial-warrant changes for deportations.
Doubts About Negotiating With Putin
- Mark Halperin says Putin's strikes before talks show he won't keep promises or adhere to deals.
- The hosts question making any deal with a leader who uses attacks to gain leverage.
Support Ukraine Without Open-Ended Spending
- Sell weapons and use loan programs so partners pay and reimburse the U.S.
- Stop treating Vladimir Putin as an honest broker and apply pressure strategically.
