X22 Report Ep. 3816 Summary

Title: [DS] Panic, No More Moves On The Chess Board Except One, Trump Sets The Stage
Date: January 12, 2026
Host: Dave (X22 Report)
Theme: The “Deep State” running out of options as Trump intensifies efforts against the Federal Reserve, sets the stage for economic reform, exposes corruption, and prepares for significant political, economic, and cultural change in the US.

Overview

In this episode, Dave explores the mounting “panic” in what he calls the Deep State (DS)—a collective of entrenched political, financial, and institutional actors—as Trump launches an offensive against the Federal Reserve and seeks to reshape America’s economic system through tariffs, deregulation, and ultimately dismantling the central bank’s power. The episode connects these efforts to broader trends: manufacturing resurgence in the US, exodus from blue states, rising gold and silver prices, weakening globalist influence, and preparations for potential chaos as the DS allegedly runs low on "moves" to maintain control. Throughout, Dave frames current events as part of a “4D chess” strategy, aiming for a peaceful transition to a restored republic and sound money, but warns of turbulence ahead.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump vs. the Federal Reserve (06:20 - 23:00)

• Trump’s New Narrative: He is exposing the Federal Reserve’s inefficiency and corruption by contrasting their costly office renovations with his own under-budget projects, building public support for restructuring the Fed.
• Prediction: The Fed will ultimately be folded into the US Treasury, stripping central bankers of control over currency issuance.
  • Quote [07:14]: "This is to actually show the people that the Federal Reserve should not be running the economy of this country... Trump is starting this narrative to build over time." — Dave
• Political Optics: Trump emphasizes the Fed’s failures in basic management to highlight why it should not run the US economy.
• Congressional Investigations: Expect further probes, discovery, and increasing public evidence of fraud, money laundering, and political favoritism in the Fed.

2. Economic Realignment: Manufacturing and Tariffs (13:30 - 28:45)

• Germany’s Decline: As Germany follows green policies, manufacturers, like Mercedes, flee due to surging energy costs. Dave claims these are consequences of the “Great Reset” and green policy “scam.”
• US Manufacturing Boom: Deregulation, energy cost reductions, and Trump’s tariff system draw manufacturing and investment to the US, particularly to red states.
  • Quote [15:40]: "Trillions of dollars of investment commitments, foreign and domestic, are already flowing in to build factories in the United States." — Citing Peter Navarro
• Tariff System: Positioned as a constitutional alternative to centralized debt; Dave claims it allows for the elimination of income taxes and redistribution (like $2,000 dividends to citizens), threatening the central bankers' stranglehold.
  • Quote [29:52]: "Do you think any person that's going to receive a $2,000 dividend... is going to say, 'let's get rid of the tariff system'? The only institution that's fighting against it is the central bank." — Dave

3. Blue States vs. Red States; Wealth Flight from California (18:00 - 22:10)

• Economic Divide: Red states (with Trump policies) attract jobs and investments; blue states (like CA) lose billionaires and tax base, leading to fiscal crises.
• Rasmussen Data: 50% of California’s wealth has left—Dave attributes this to policy and persistent tax hikes.
  • Quote [19:40]: "California billionaires were reliable taxpayers... now California will lose this revenue source forever. Perpetual election fraud ensures there'll be no public accountability except by accident." — Quoting Rasmussen

4. Powell Indictment & Federal Reserve Building Scandal (24:30 - 32:30)

• Criminal Inquiry: DOJ serves Jerome Powell with grand jury subpoenas over his Senate testimony regarding the cost-overrun on the Fed’s new building (from $1.9B to $2.5B).
• Powell’s Defense: Claims allegations are politically motivated, says Fed's independence is under attack.
  • Quote [25:45]: "This unprecedented action should be seen in the broader context of the Administration's threat and ongoing pressure..." — Quoting Jerome Powell
• Counterpoint: Dave decries Powell’s reasoning, arguing the Fed has failed on price stability and independence, manipulating economic outcomes.

5. Trump’s Broader 4D Chess Strategy (01:00:00 - 01:23:00)

• Starving the DS: Allegedly, key funding streams to adversaries (USAID, foreign aid, NGOs, money flows to Iran, etc.) have been shut off, undermining the DS’s operational base.
• Chaos as DS’s Last Move: DS may incite riots and disorder (as seen in Minneapolis anti-ICE protests) as a final gambit, but the American people and Trump are “prepared.”
  • Quote [01:03:20]: "They only have one move left, and that is to create chaos, distraction, you name it. But I do believe in the end, it's all going to fail..." — Dave

6. Culture War: Media & Social Platforms (01:25:00 - 01:33:30)

• Netflix-Warner Bros Merger Concerns: Trump opposes the merger, believes consolidated streaming risks cultural "brainwashing" of youth, and wants more competitive, diverse content.
• Leadership Shifts: Notes new Meta president (former Trump advisor Dina Powell McCormick), hints at possible shake-ups or exposures in social media influence.

7. Global Geopolitics (01:33:30 - 01:40:00)

• Greenland Defense Strategy: Trump manipulates foreign media by floating the idea of “invading” or buying Greenland, sending NATO scrambling to respond—a form of media narrative jujitsu.
• Iran & Regime Instability: Ongoing protests, currency collapse, and blackouts in Iran are signs of regime “end times.” US stands ready to support regime change favorably.

8. Evidence of Corruption and Judicial Roadblocks (01:47:50 - 01:57:00)

• USDA, Minneapolis & Trafficking Exposures: Widespread fraud admitted by officials, program funding suspended. Crackdown on child trafficking in Minnesota highlighted.
• Judicial Obstruction: Despite mounting indictments, “corrupt” lower courts block progress; stats show Trump has a higher win rate only at the Supreme Court level.
  • Quote [01:54:20]: "The higher court, the likelier Trump was to win rulings in 2025... It shows that the lower courts, the Ds have control over that." — Dave

9. Call to Trust the Plan and Prepare for Justice (01:58:30 - End)

• Patriots Are in Control: Encourages listeners to have patience, as the process of exposing DS corruption is methodical and must occur via the rule of law, after the system is cleared of compromised actors.
• Foreshadows: Implies coming mass arrests once sufficient leverage is secured and public opinion aligns.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the Federal Reserve:
  "He has to show the people that they cannot manage themselves. If they can't manage themselves, it's impossible to manage the country." [21:38]
• On Economic Restructuring:
  "Trump is getting prepared and ready to remove the central bank system. That's what this is all about." [30:30]
• On the Deep State’s final play:
  "The Deep State, corrupt politicians, big tech, fake news, the puppet masters... they're running out of moves on the grand chessboard." [01:03:00]
• On exposing fraud:
  "Now the funding should be put on pause until these states show where all the money is going and proof they need receipts." [01:51:30]
• On law enforcement:
  "Trump is showing everyone, look, we're backing all the officers. We back ICE, we back the police, we back the National Guard, we back the military." [01:57:00]
• On patience and plan:
  "We voted for Trump... step by step, he's fulfilling what he promised. It might not be the way you want, might not be as fast as you want it, but... you have to shut down their entire system before you go after those people that are directing it all." [01:59:00]

Timestamps: Key Segments

• Trump targets Fed: 06:20 - 13:00
• US/German manufacturing trends: 13:30 - 18:00
• California & blue state decline: 18:00 - 22:10
• Powell subpoena & Fed palace scandal: 24:30 - 32:30
• Tariff system strategy: 29:00 - 35:00
• DS chaos, riots, and law enforcement: 01:00:00 - 01:12:00
• Media/culture battle (Netflix, Meta, censorship): 01:25:00 - 01:33:30
• Greenland/NATO drama: 01:33:30 - 01:39:30
• USDA, trafficking, Minneapolis riots: 01:47:50 - 01:56:30
• Corrupt judiciary & “Trust the Plan”: 01:56:30 - End

Closing

The episode frames Trump’s current path as both a calculated exposure of institutional corruption (especially in the Federal Reserve and judiciary) and an economic revival led through deregulation and tariffs. Listeners are urged to “trust the plan,” expect turbulence as the DS uses their final “chaos” move, and prepare for an ultimate restoration of constitutional governance and economic sovereignty. The tone is vigilant, combative, and optimistic that patriots are winning the long game.