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Trump’s moves in D.C. spark fears of martial law and threats to Black communities

Conversation with Dr. Ray Winbush, research professor and director of the Institute for Urban Research at Morgan State University.

Dr. Kaye Wise Whitehead and Dr. Ray Winbush discuss the implications of the Trump administration's actions in Washington, D.C., highlighting the District's limited self-governance due to the 1973 Home Rule Act.

They express concern over the potential for increased authoritarianism, citing Trump's recent actions, including a meeting with Putin and the deployment of the National Guard in D.C.

Dr. Winbush warns of the dangers to young black males and other marginalized groups, emphasizing the coded language used by Trump.

They also discuss the erosion of constitutional authority and the potential for martial law, urging vigilance and collective resistance.

Otter AI assisted in summarizing this audio.

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