Central Air No Audience Capture at Central Air (feat. Tim Miller)
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Feb 25, 2026 
Tim Miller, political commentator at The Bulwark, reflects on his Minnesota trip and ongoing ICE operations. He and the panel debate whether Democrats should reclaim a patriotic immigration message. They also cover a viral subway urination debate, Zoran Mamdani’s pragmatic politics, and the Supreme Court’s rebuke of Trump’s tariffs.
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Supreme Court Limits Trump's Tariff Power
- The Supreme Court struck down most Trump tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act as an unconstitutional tax power.
- Josh notes Neil Gorsuch wrote a lengthy concurrence dissecting dissenters while the administration considers rebuilding tariffs under other authorities.
Minnesota Protesters Saw Enforcement Persist After The Surge
- Tim Miller reported on-the-ground in Minneapolis that the theatrical, masked ICE actions faded but core enforcement continues.
- Volunteers saw steady ICE vehicle traffic at the Whipple building and agents dispersed into suburbs even after the high-profile surge subsided.
Immigration Backlash Is Persuadable Not Fixed
- Public trust on immigration shifted sharply against ICE and Republicans, narrowing but remaining fluid.
- Tim highlights ICE favorability dropping dramatically and argues Democrats can persuade voters by emphasizing the un-American overreach of interior enforcement.