The Illegal News with Sarah Longwell S2 Ep138: Yes, George Had to Leave. But We’re Still Here.
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Dec 27, 2025 The departure of George Conway leads to exciting changes as Sarah Longwell introduces new hosts. They dive into a hypothetical extreme Trump presidency, discussing the potential consequences of authoritarianism. The duo debates whether public opinion and the Supreme Court can constrain Trump's behavior. They also reflect on Trump’s chaotic week, including troubling speeches and policy theatrics. Additionally, they explore fractures in the conservative movement and the impact of social media on radicalization, concluding with year-end reflections and hopes for the future.
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Rely On Courts To Enforce The Constitution
- Use the judiciary as a defensive check by challenging unconstitutional executive moves in court.
- Sarah Longwell expects the Supreme Court to reject blatant attacks like ending birthright citizenship.
Unpopularity As A Reset Mechanism
- Lowering Trump's popularity could force the GOP to reshape itself, similar to post-Bush realignment.
- Longwell argues making him deeply unpopular is crucial to reset the party's trajectory.
Escalation Through Brazen, Strategic Moves
- The hosts describe a week of escalating, brazen actions by Trump that surprised even critics.
- They see a pattern of strategic stunts and normalized outrages that erode institutional norms.
