The Charlie Kirk Show

Episode: "Who Will Win the Sanctuary City/ICE Showdown?"

Date: January 12, 2026

Host: Charlie Kirk
Guests/Co-hosts: Blake, Bo Diddle (TPUSA Frontlines), Tom Homan (former Acting Director of ICE)

Episode Overview

Charlie Kirk delves into the intense confrontations between ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) agents and activist groups in sanctuary cities, particularly focusing on the recent chaos in Minneapolis. The episode examines the organization behind the protests, the political motivations driving sanctuary city policies, the media’s role, and the deeper implications for American law enforcement and culture. Special guests provide on-the-ground reports and analysis, painting a vivid picture of the escalating conflict between federal authorities and local actors resisting immigration enforcement.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Weekend Chaos in Minneapolis: On-the-Ground Report

• [01:16–05:16]
  • Charlie welcomes Bo Diddle from TPUSA Frontlines, who shares firsthand experiences covering Minneapolis protests against ICE raids.
  • Bo describes scenes of "pure chaos," with protesters hurling frozen bottles and fireworks, a conspicuous absence of police initially, and escalating hostility.
• Quote:
  • “It was just complete lawlessness until the riot police showed up later.” – Bo Diddle [02:09]
• The situation intensified around the Canopy Hotel, which was mistakenly rumored as the ICE agents’ residence, disrupting ordinary hotel guests.

2. Organization and Tactics of Protest Groups

• [05:16–07:25]
  • Bo details how protest leaders wear distinct jackets or carrying identifiers to coordinate crowd actions, highlighting high levels of organization and pre-planned escape routes amid police crackdowns.
• Quote:
  • “There is a level of... coordination sophistication here. And I want the audience to really understand that...” – Charlie Kirk [06:38]
• Protesters are reported as actively hostile toward the media, particularly conservative outlets, fearing exposure.

3. Ritualistic and Symbolic Displays at Protests

• [07:25–08:08]
  • Viral footage surfaced of apparent rituals at the makeshift memorial for Renee Goode, with Bo likening the scenes to “demonic activity.”
• Quote:
  • “If you ever question what side you should be on, just let this be a reminder that we’re not doing demonic rituals over memorial sites.” – Bo Diddle [07:25]

4. Escalation Against Reporters: Nick Sorter’s Ordeal

• [08:14–10:13]
  • Discussion and commentary on footage showing journalist Nick Sorter and Cam Higby surrounded and attacked by a mob; their car spray painted, windows smashed, and an agitator flung from the hood as they escaped.
• Quote:
  • “These people are absolute thugs and they're intentionally agitating.” – Charlie Kirk [09:18]

5. Deconstructing the Political Motivations

• [11:30–17:26]
  • Charlie breaks down the incentive structure for the left: radicalization, political power through amnesty, and manipulating electoral demographics.
  • Discusses how policy changes (open borders, sanctuary policies) stem from a leftist “moral universe” unable to justify restricting anyone from entering the U.S.
• Quote:
  • “They want to flood your country. They want to erase American European capitalist culture, and they want to flood the country with illegal voters.” – Charlie Kirk [16:25]

6. Sanctuary Policies Undermining Law Enforcement

• [16:50–17:26]
  • Sanctuary cities’ refusal to cooperate with ICE officers—forcing dangerous field arrests instead of coordinated detentions—result in greater risk for communities and agents.
• Quote:
  • “We want all 20 million or whatever the number is out... none of this ‘worst of the worst’ stuff.” – Charlie Kirk [17:15]

7. Law Enforcement Perspective: Tom Homan Interview

• [18:35–31:03]
  • Tom Homan, former acting ICE director, joins in:
    • [19:09–20:38] ICE agents face record hostility and physical danger, fueled by inflammatory rhetoric from politicians and media. Assaults on officers up 1,300%.
    • [21:57–23:11] Rebukes Philadelphia Sheriff’s threats against ICE, emphasizing ongoing efforts to arrest and deport serious criminals (child rapists, killers).
    • [24:23–24:55] Criticizes politicians who seem to prefer chaos over acknowledging ICE’s role in public safety.
    • [26:16–27:43] Warns that interfering with a federal agent is a felony; local officials threatening ICE agents will face prosecution.
    • [27:43–29:03] Protest groups openly share tactics online to obstruct ICE and break arrestees free; federal investigations seek to root out the organizers and their funding.
    • [29:03–30:47] Asserts that political objectives (stopping Trump) override public safety for many in opposition; promises accountability for agitators and funders.
• Quote:
  • “Threats... assaults themselves are up over 1,300%... Let’s just stop the hateful rhetoric. Let this investigation play out.” – Tom Homan [19:09]
  • “If you impede an ICE officer, you’re going to be prosecuted.” – Tom Homan [27:43]

8. Cultural and Media Reactions: Golden Globes & Public Narrative

• [32:16–39:23]
  • Analysis of virtue signaling by celebrities at the Golden Globes, many sporting “Be Good” stickers for Renee Goode and denouncing ICE.
  • Charlie and Blake mock actor Mark Ruffalo’s emotional (and, in their view, out-of-touch) stance.
  • Contrasts the left’s reaction to activist deaths with the right’s restraint and legal conduct when faced with loss or tragedy.
• Quote:
  • “[Ruffalo] acts like he’s so in touch with we the people at this grassroots level... nobody is celebrating her death. Renee Goode’s death. Nobody is as far as I can tell.” – Charlie Kirk [34:12]

9. Moral and Legal Divide in America

• [35:19–39:37]
  • Blake emphasizes the stark difference between how right and left react to traumatic events and police action—one side mourns lawfully and peacefully, the other organizes resistance and violence.
• Quote:
  • “Instead of people posting spiritual revival stuff, they’re posting, ‘Here’s how you can avoid arrest after attacking a police officer.’” – Blake [36:19]

10. The Core Takeaway: Law, Order, and Respect

• [39:37–40:12]
  • Charlie closes out with a warning against disrespect and obstruction of law enforcement, calling the opposition’s behavior hypocritical and dangerous.
• Quote:
  • “Do not be like Renee Goode. Be the opposite of Renee Goode. Coordinate. Be respectful with law enforcement. Do not impede, do not obstruct.” – Charlie Kirk [39:37]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “It was just complete lawlessness until the riot police showed up later.” – Bo Diddle [02:09]
• “If you ever question what side you should be on, just let this be a reminder that we’re not doing demonic rituals over memorial sides.” – Bo Diddle [07:25]
• “They want to flood your country. They want to erase American European capitalist culture, and they want to flood the country with illegal voters.” – Charlie Kirk [16:25]
• “Threats... assaults themselves are up over 1,300%... Let’s just stop the hateful rhetoric.” – Tom Homan [19:09]
• “If you impede, if you interfere with a federal officer enforcing the law, that is a felony.” – Tom Homan [26:36]
• “Instead of people posting spiritual revival stuff, they’re posting, here’s how you can help undermine the laws of this country.” – Blake [36:19]
• “Do not be like Renee Goode... Coordinate. Be respectful with law enforcement. Do not impede, do not obstruct. Do not taunt. Law enforcement.” – Charlie Kirk [39:37]

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Segment Theme | Timestamp | |---------------------------------------------------------------|--------------| | Chaos in Minneapolis: Live Report w/ Bo Diddle | 01:16–05:16 | | Protester Tactics and Organization | 05:16–07:25 | | Rituals & Symbolic Politics at Protests | 07:25–08:08 | | Targeting of Conservative Journalists (Nick Sorter incident) | 08:14–10:13 | | Political Motives and Left's Border Policy | 11:30–17:26 | | Tom Homan on ICE, Danger, and Local Resistance | 18:35–31:03 | | Celebrity Activism at the Golden Globes | 32:16–34:12 | | Contrast: Left vs. Right in Aftermath of Violence | 35:19–39:37 | | Closing: Obeying Law and Order | 39:37–40:12 |

Tone and Style

The episode is confrontational, urgent, and unapologetically conservative, with moments of dark humor, outrage at what the hosts see as hypocrisy, and a deep sense of mission to restore American law and order, secure the border, and expose what they perceive as the destructive radicalism of sanctuary city policies and left-wing activism.

Conclusion

This episode of The Charlie Kirk Show vividly frames the showdown between ICE and sanctuary cities as a flashpoint in America’s culture war. Featuring reports from the front lines and unfiltered analysis from conservative leaders, the episode underscores the movement’s view that lawlessness is facilitated by local officials and activists bent on undermining national sovereignty, all with political gain in mind. It’s a charged and provocative listen, reflecting the high stakes and intensified rhetoric of the ongoing immigration debate.