Hold the Line with Mike Solan

Déjà vu, anyone? Mike is joined by St. Paul Police Federation President Mark Ross to break down the unsettling parallels between the turmoil unfolding in Minnesota’s Twin Cities and Seattle’s 2020 “Summer of Love.” Strap in as they peel back the layers and shine a light on what’s really driving the chaos.

Dive into the drama! In this gripping episode, Seattle descends into utter chaos as the Seattle Police Officers' Guild (SPOG) drops a bombshell statement, fiercely opposing City Attorney Erika Evans' bold policy on open-air drug use. Links: https://x.com/spog1952/status/2008035698696388910?s=43 https://x.com/jasonrantz/status/2008302589411008701/photo/1 https://leadbureau.org/lead/https https://clerk.seattle.gov/search/ordinances/126896 https://mynorthwest.com/mynorthwest-politics/seattle-mayor-policy/4182684

In this explosive episode, Mike pulls back the curtain on the backstage chaos that fueled the controversial approval of the SPOG contract—and exposes Seattle City Council member Rob Saka's shameless hypocrisy in a no-holds-barred takedown. Links:  https://x.com/thehoffather/status/1991201667715592392?s=43 https://harrell.seattle.gov/2025/12/11/mayor-harrell-signs-new-police-contact-to-permanently-expand-care-department-strengthen-accountability-and-improve-recruitment/ https://www.seattlechannel.org/videos?videoid=x182886 https://x.com/jasonrantz/status/1999146706253001102?s=43  

Mike welcomes Pierce County Deputy Sheriff’s Independent Guild President, Shaun Darby and Community Advocate Annie Jolie to discuss the impending implosion of the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office and their desperate struggle to recruit and retain deputies.

Aaron Schmautz, President of the Portland Police Association and veteran officer, delves into the chaos surrounding Portland's protests. He shares insights on the distinction between peaceful demonstrators and violent groups like ANTIFA, discussing their impact on public safety and business. Schmautz reveals the toll on police morale amid public criticism and staffing crises. He also highlights the challenges of policing during unrest, the role of federal oversight, and calls for clearer narratives to better support law enforcement and the community.

In this episode, Mike welcomes back Bob Scales from Police Strategies to discuss the termination of the Seattle Police Department’s Federal Consent Decree.  They dive deep into the grift of consent decrees and the efforts being taken to reform the process. Links: Hardpressed: https://www.hardpressed-info.com/federal-judge-ends-seattle-pd-oversight-now-what/ Mayor Harrell’s statement: https://harrell.seattle.gov/2025/09/03/city-of-seattle-and-seattle-police-successfully-exit-consent-decree-marking-new-chapter-of-accountability-and-community-partnership/

In this episode, Mike sits down with D.C. Police Union Chairman, Gregg Pemberton to discuss the TRUTH behind Trump’s federal takeover of Washington D.C.’s Metropolitan police department.  What were the causes and what it means for public safety across the nation.

In this episode Mike welcomes independent journalist @CamHigby to discuss his recent assault and ANTIFA’s war on the media and what that means for public safety. Links: https://abcnews.go.com/US/california-lawmakers-introduce-legislation-ban-law-enforcement-wearing/story?id=122900904 https://x.com/scott_wiener/status/1934619315078418895?s=43 https://x.com/camhigby/status/1934135321882664985?s=43 https://x.com/camhigby/status/1934828444350861715?s=43 https://x.com/katiedaviscourt/status/1934813485319459032?s=43 https://x.com/choeshow/status/1934842947469758572?s=43

In this episode Mike breaks down the looming threat of “ANTIFA Season”, comments on SPD Police Chief Shon Barnes' virtue signaling statement to the city council and what that means for officer morale and public safety. LINKS: Chief Barnes' public statement: https://x.com/SeattlePD/status/1932575405439135763 SPOG post about ANTIFA's actions: https://x.com/spog1952/status/1932926317500232070?s=43 Chief Barnes' statement to city council (1:39) https://www.seattlechannel.org/videos?videoid=x177005

Mike breaks down the decisions that led to the recent Cal Anderson Park disaster.