Timcast IRL – Trump to Deploy National Guard to Chicago, Federal TAKEOVER Begins

Date: September 30, 2025
Location: Live from Turning Point USA headquarters, Arizona
Host: Tim Pool
Guests:

• Andrew Colvitt (TPUSA Spokesman, Executive Producer, Charlie Kirk Show)
• Luke Rudkowski (We Are Change)
• Tate Brown (Commentator)

Episode Overview

This episode delves into the unprecedented deployment of 100 National Guard troops to Chicago under President Trump’s directive. The panel analyzes the move, reactions from political leaders, the escalation of unrest in major American cities, and growing political and generational divides. The group also reflects on the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the response from political adversaries, and the broader implications for American society.

Key Topics & Discussion Points

1. Trump’s National Guard Deployment to Chicago

Segment Start: 04:15

• News Recap: Trump announced the deployment of 100 National Guard troops to Illinois to protect ICE, following violent clashes.
• Governor Pritzker’s Reaction: Critical of the move, claiming it “threatens public safety” and accuses Trump of consolidating power rather than fighting crime (05:07).
• Context: Chicago’s history with crime and inability of Democratic leadership to solve these issues, leading to federal intervention.
  • Tim Pool: “The Democrats have controlled Chicago for over 100 years and they have never solved the problem of crime.” (05:58)
• Debate: Is federal intervention preferable to ongoing lawlessness, or does it pose civil liberties concerns?
  • Luke: “I’m not a big fan of the military being on streets, but… who do you want on the street corner? Who do you feel safer by?” (07:19)
  • Suggestion: Instead of military, allow federal concealed carry.

2. Escalating Political Violence & Federal Response

Segment Start: 08:53

• Blue Cities’ Non-Compliance: The panel argues local Democratic leadership is intentionally refusing to cooperate with ICE, provoking federal intervention.
  • Andrew: “It’s more deliberate and sinister… an intentional provocation by the local government.” (12:21)
• “Protest” vs. “Riot”: Discussion over the appropriate language for describing anti-ICE actions—framing matters for public perception.
  • Tim: “They’re not protests… They’re assaults. They’re domestic violent terrorism.” (09:38)

3. Civil Liberties and Self-Defense

Segment Start: 16:34

• Lawlessness on the Ground:
  • Police inaction during major left-wing protests (e.g., Berkeley, Portland).
  • Luke: “A lot of the times they allow leftist violence. They don’t do anything about it.” (16:34)
• Argument for Constitutional Carry:
  • Luke: “The perfect solution… is just allowing concealed carry federally.” (07:19; 16:34)
• Federalism’s Limits: Legal protections for sanctuary cities undermining the federal government’s authority.

4. Data & Demographics of Political Violence

Segment Start: 17:56

• Crime Statistics in D.C.: Since Trump intervened, murders dropped dramatically—most victims were black, countering left-wing narratives (17:56).
  • Andrew: “Trump’s the one out here saving black lives.” (18:09)
• Polling on Justifying Political Violence:
  • New YouGov/Economist data: 30% of young liberals (18-39) justify political violence, versus <10% of conservatives (29:47).

5. Government Shutdown, YouTube’s Payment to Trump, and Other Headlines

Brief mention; no further discussion

6. Ideological Fragmentation & Radicalization

Segment Start: 25:12

• Youth Radicalization:
  • “Lost boys of the West”—young men, economically marginalized and isolated, susceptible to radical ideologies.
  • Andrew: “We have to get this generation Gen Z to buy into the system or we’re all screwed.” (25:12)
  • Luke: “It’s what Yuri Bezmenov warned about… it’s the modern youth.” (26:57)
• Left vs. Right Solutions:
  • Left: “Burn it all down.”
  • “MAGA”: National revitalization, building economic opportunity, family values.
  • Tate: “The left is so petrified of MAGA… because they were pushing the mainstream into the correct direction.” (27:47)

7. Escalation Scenarios: Portland, Government Lawsuits, Terror Attacks

Segment Start: 19:09; 22:00

• Oregon Sues Federal Government: To block National Guard deployment in Portland; debates what “full force” actually means.
  • Tim: “I don’t want National Guard on my streets, but what’s the alternative?” (20:59)
• Cycle of Retaliation: Fear of escalating violence—left seeking “their immigrant George Floyd.”
  • Luke: “I fear we are on a powder keg… We need an off ramp, we need to de-escalate tensions. But the opposite… is happening.” (23:32)

8. Assassination of Charlie Kirk & Media Response

Segment Start: 37:49

• Discussion of Recent High-Profile Assassinations:
  • How such acts are celebrated or excused by radical factions.
  • Tim: “Assassination culture… The left is now seeing that they will get praised when they do this.” (35:55)
• Media Narratives:
  • Ilhan Omar and Don Lemon downplay or justify assassination violence; Bill Maher’s monologue critiquing left’s refusal to police their own extremists (44:38; 58:52).
  • Andrew: “That is, I think, going to go down as one of the most disgraceful moments in American history.” (58:35)

9. Healing the Nation: The Role of Family, Faith, and Forgiveness

Segment Start: 69:02

• Collapse of Social Fabric:
  • Millennials approaching 40 “listless and depressed;” lack of family, purpose, or community.
  • Tim: “I’m reading these stories of millennials… almost 40 and they’re going, I don’t know what I’m doing with my life.” (69:04)
• Family & Community as Solutions:
  • Multiple guests urge younger people to have families, find meaning in tradition and faith.
  • Andrew: “There is no steak you can eat, there is no car you can buy, there is no job you can work. There is nothing that even comes close to that [having children].” (73:52)
  • Church, local community, and monogamy presented as antidotes to atomization, nihilism, and radicalization (75:13).

10. Nuanced Discussion on Israel & Conspiracy Theories

Segment Start: 80:05

• Charlie Kirk’s Position on Israel:
  • Nuanced, critical of certain policies while broadly pro-Israel.
  • Panel debunks conspiracy theories linking Israel to Kirk’s assassination.
  • Andrew: “Charlie’s views on Israel were nuanced… He was frustrated that he wasn’t allowed to criticize Israel without being labeled an anti-Semite.” (82:47)
• Critique of Grieving Reactions:
  • Pushback against online accusations that TPUSA leadership did not grieve “properly.” (89:15)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Chicago’s Situation:
  “I see a video of ICE agent, CBP or National Guard walking around Chicago and my attitude is, oh, thank God.” – Tim Pool (06:06)

• On Blue City Cooperation:
  “They are intentionally not protecting ICE officers. … It’s an intentional act of provocation by the local government… the blood is on their hands.” – Andrew Colvitt (12:21)

• On Civil Liberties:
  “The perfect solution … is just allowing concealed carry federally.” – Luke Rudkowski (07:19, 16:34)

• On Youth Violence Polling:
  “From ages 18 to 39, around 30% of liberals say yes [violence is justified]. … Younger generations are becoming extremely radicalized.” – Tim Pool (29:47)

• On Generational Divide:
  “Young men 18 to 21 were like, R + 19. Young women in that same cohort, R + 4.” – Andrew Colvitt on new polling (111:21)

• On Radicalization & Cultural Shift:
  “The only thing that’s separating these people that are actually committing these acts of political violence… from these people in these jobs is that they just have nothing to lose.” – Tate Brown (24:31)

• On Social Collapse/Atomization:
  “The ideal person for a leftist is just the best consumer.” – Tate Brown (69:57)

• On the Value of Family:
  "Children are a blessing. It’s a value statement that you have children, you get married, because of the value systems you hold.” – Andrew Colvitt (72:45)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• National Guard Deployment / Pritzker Reaction: 04:15–06:27
• Debate: National Guard or Self-Defense?: 06:27–08:53
• Leftist Violence & Lawlessness: 09:34–13:26
• Polling on Political Violence: 29:47–31:44
• Youth Radicalization & "Lost Boys": 25:12–27:47
• Assassination Culture / Left-Media Response: 35:55–40:15
• Ilhan Omar/Don Lemon Remarks: 44:38–45:47
• Bill Maher’s Monologue: 58:52–62:07
• Generational Collapse / Solution in Family: 69:02–73:52
• Church, Community & Faith: 77:19–79:15
• Israel, Charlie Kirk, and Conspiracies: 80:05–87:11
• Leadership Grieving and Moving Forward: 89:15–94:17

Tone and Noteworthy Dynamics

The tone is direct, critical, and occasionally somber, reflecting on recent political violence and its broader cultural significance. The hosts maintain a sense of urgency about reclaiming societal norms, revitalizing American values, and resisting radicalization. There are moments of levity and camaraderie but also pointed challenges to political adversaries. Notable is the group’s insistence on candor—often pushing back against prevailing media narratives and questioning the good faith of political adversaries.

Final Reflections

• The episode closes with an emphasis on resilience—continuing the mission, supporting one another, and seeking meaning through family and faith, even amidst societal turmoil and personal loss.
• The panel’s advice to younger listeners: invest in family, community, and tradition as the way forward.

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