DeProgram: “Anti-ICE Protests Spread, Iran Trolls Israel, Amer-Exit”

Never a dull moment on the DeProgram show with political cartoonist Ted Rall and CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou, dissecting three pivotal issues! First, they dive into ICE’s aggressive deportation sweeps, with over 100,000 arrests since January. Anti-ICE protests are erupting in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago and New York City against mass deportations, leading to violent clashes with police and National Guard, prompting Los Angeles to impose a curfew. Is this a replay of Nixon’s “Silent Majority” vs. Hippies…and of Kent State?

Next, John and Ted turn to Iran’s nuclear standoff,as Tehran rejects a U.S. proposal allowing limited uranium enrichment. Iran’s counterproposal, presented via Oman, demands continued domestic uranium enrichment at 3.67% and calls for Israel to dismantle its undeclared nuclear arsenal for a “nuke-free Middle East.” Tehran insists on guaranteed economic benefits and criticizes the U.S. offer for lacking clarity on sanctions.

Finally, will the last one to leave the US turn out the lights? Between the low birth rate, mass deportations and now a post-Trump exodus, will anyone be left? American emigration has increased, with 5.4 million U.S. citizens living abroad in 2024, up from 4.4 million in 2020, marking a 22.7% rise driven by political, economic, and social factors. The trend accelerated post-2024 election, with 53% of millionaires and growing numbers of middle-class families citing instability and policy shifts as reasons for leaving.

Join Ted Rall’s pointed commentary and John Kiriakou’s insider expertise for a fearless breakdown of these stories.