I disagree (stay with me). What he is trying to do is get the states to REFUSE to allow the FEDS to fix the problem. This means they will have to admit it IS the state's problem. THEN... Trump can appeal to the public to DEMAND the STATES fix their own PROBLEM.
“What he is trying to do is get the states to REFUSE to allow the FEDS to fix the problem.”
Interesting observation. Hadn’t thought of that.
That is a good idea. In fact that is the only way this is a good idea.
You think the states are going to refuse a massive influx of federal resources to solve the homeless problem?
Thank you! This is what I was thinking. Notice the cities involved. What do they have in common? LA, Chicago, Baltimore...
Two results readily possible: the Dem poli’s accept the help, giving the President a “white horse” moment or they reject help, giving him the “well, you own the problem” moment will all the emotional appeals that follow.
I’m loving this move. It’s a win-win I can get behind!
That’s how I see it - he’s trolling them and even though it is plain for all to see, they will swallow the hook.