Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov Trump's Military Occupation Comes to DC (ft. Shane Goldmacher)
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Aug 13, 2025 
Shane Goldmacher, a national political correspondent for The New York Times, joins to dissect Trump's controversial move to federalize D.C.'s police amid plummeting crime rates. They delve into Texas's fierce redistricting battles and the strategic Democratic shift toward recruiting military veterans for swing districts in 2026. The discussion also touches on the Republican Party's uncertain future beyond Trump. Expect insights into how these dynamics shape the political landscape and upcoming elections.
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Action Over Strategy Drives Moves
- Goldmacher argues Trump's move isn't always a grand diversionary strategy but an exertion of power based on what he sees and dislikes.
- Trump repeatedly uses policing authorities to show action and control to his supporters.
Military Trust Is At Stake
- Deploying federal troops into blue states risks eroding bipartisan trust in the military over time.
- Goldmacher warns repeated politicized deployments could reduce positive public perceptions of the armed forces.
What 800 Guardsmen Might Look Like
- Goldmacher notes D.C. already hosts many federal personnel and it's unclear how 800 National Guard troops will feel different on the streets.
- He stresses Guardsmen aren't trained for local policing and may lack arrest authority.