Timcast IRL · January 27, 2024 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #948 TX Gov Abbott Says TEN STATES Deployed National Guard To Oppose Biden w/Larry Elder
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode 948 from January 27, 2024 opened with Tim Pool discussing the breaking news that Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced ten states had deployed their National Guard to Texas to assist with border defense. Tim expressed cautious support for Abbott's actions while advising private citizens to stay away from the situation, emphasizing the need to let legal channels handle the deployment. The Border Patrol Union reportedly voiced support for Texas, though Tim noted difficulty corroborating all reports. The conversation shifted to Donald Trump's $83 million verdict in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case. Tim then pivoted to an unexpected cultural moment, discussing Ben Shapiro's collaboration with Tom McDonald on a rap song that was climbing iTunes charts, with Tim encouraging viewers to purchase the track at factswithben.com. The main guest, conservative radio host and author Larry Elder, joined the show to discuss his new book 'As Goes California: My Mission to Rescue the Golden State,' which chronicles California's political decline and his 2021 gubernatorial recall campaign. Elder announced a promotion through Old Glory Bank offering free copies of his book to new account holders. The co-hosts analyzed the implications of states challenging federal authority on immigration and discussed California's trajectory as a cautionary tale for other states.
TL;DR
- →Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced ten states deployed National Guard to assist Texas with border defense, with private citizens also traveling to the state amid heightened tensions
- →Donald Trump was ordered to pay $83 million to E. Jean Carroll for defamation following a civil trial
- →Ben Shapiro and Tom McDonald released a rap collaboration that reached the top of iTunes charts, sparking discussion about conservative cultural impact
- →Guest Larry Elder discussed his new book 'As Goes California' analyzing California's political decline and his experience running in the 2021 gubernatorial recall election
- →Tim expressed caution about private citizens traveling to Texas, advising they let law enforcement and the National Guard handle the situation through proper legal channels
- →The show discussed growing tension between states asserting authority over immigration and federal border policies
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and Border Crisis CoverageTim Pool opens the show discussing Texas Governor Greg Abbott's announcement that ten states deployed National Guard to Texas to defend the border against Biden administration policies
- 0:30Trump Verdict and Cultural NewsDiscussion of Donald Trump's $83 million verdict in E. Jean Carroll case, and Ben Shapiro's surprise rap song with Tom McDonald reaching iTunes charts
- 1:00Cast Brew and Sponsor SegmentTim promotes his Cast Brew Coffee company, announcing a physical coffee shop and private club under construction in Martinsburg, West Virginia
- 1:06Larry Elder Interview BeginsConservative radio host Larry Elder joins to discuss his new book 'As Goes California' and announce a free book promotion through Old Glory Bank
- 1:15Deep Dive on Federalism and State AuthorityPanel discussion on states' rights, federal overreach, and California's political trajectory as a model for what other states should avoid
- 2:00Guest Segment ContinuesLarry Elder elaborates on his gubernatorial campaign, presidential run, and what he learned about California's political problems
Notable Quotes
“Greg Abbott, governor of Texas, says that 10 other states have deployed National Guard to Texas to defend the border. And we're hearing reports that private citizens in various capacities are making their way to Texas.”
— Tim Pool · opening segment on the main story
“I think it's probably a safe bet to say private citizens shouldn't go anywhere near this in reference to any kind of conflict. I definitely think it's important to say there's a lot of danger right now.”
— Tim Pool · advising viewers to stay away from Texas conflict
“If I can be the black face of white supremacy, then Ben Shapiro can be the number one rapper.”
— Larry Elder · humorous comment during introduction
“The best way this is carried out is if Greg Abbott can handle this with the assistance of other states through all the legal channels they're going through.”
— Tim Pool · analysis of proper procedure for National Guard deployment
“I think the real story here is the federal government continuing to ignore the sovereignty of states and the will of the American people on this issue.”
— Ian Crossland · co-host analysis of federal-state tensions