Morning Shots Live: Trump Is Coming for Lake Ontario
Summary
Andrew Egger and Bill Kristol analyze the escalating US-Canada trade war, criticizing Trump’s erratic tactics and the damage to a vital alliance. They discuss a Supreme Court ruling on standing regarding an executive order targeting mail-in ballots, warning of potential election interference. Finally, they condemn the deportation of an active-duty soldier’s wife, highlighting the administration’s aggressive immigration enforcement.
Topics discussed
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Introduction and agenda overview
Trump's trade war and renaming Lake Ontario
Economic impact and Canadian grievances
Insulting nature of US bullying towards Canada
Lack of strategic gain in trade conflict
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Political timing and Carney's strength
Carney's Davos speech and US decline
Shift from liberal allies to autocrats
Conclusion of Canada segment
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Supreme Court ruling on mail-in voting standing
Analysis of proceduralism vs. merits
Court's partial stay and Purcell Principle
Future legal battles and state prerogatives
Weaponizing the Postal Service
Deportation of Army sergeant's wife
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