Matt Gagnon discusses JD Vance’s criticisms of European political restrictions and his support for far-right political parties in Germany, particularly the Alternative for Germany. Matt highlights Vance’s argument that restricting political activity and speech can be counterproductive. He contrasts post-WWII Germany’s ban on anything associated with Nazism with the current political landscape, noting the decline of guilt-driven restrictions and the rise of populist, far-right movements. He also touches on the sensitivity around nationalism and patriotism in Germany, exemplified by the country’s new flag and cautious approach to displaying national symbols.
Matt speaks with Security Analyst Josh Filler. Josh Filler is an attorney and former New York City, White House, and Department of Homeland Security official. Josh Filler works with law enforcement and other public safety agencies across the country on homeland security and emergency preparedness issues.
Back from a week abroad, President Donald Trump is calling on the Senate to scrap the filibuster and reopen the government after a monthlong shutdown, breaking with majority Republicans who have long opposed such a move.
Multiple people who had been allegedly plotting a violent attack over the Halloween weekend were arrested Friday morning in Michigan, FBI Director Kash Patel said in a social media post.
he U.S. stock market is pulling back from its record heights as Wall Street sifts through mixed developments on everything from the U.S.-China trade war to profits for Big Tech behemoths.
