The Distraction Playbook: How the Left Targets, Screams, and Gaslights

Jack Slater

This is —I’m Jack Slater.

Savannah King

And I’m Savannah King.

Savannah King

If you’re sick of the lies, the spin, and the media playing cleanup for the regime—you’re in the right place. Today we’re breaking down how the Left is targeting Trump’s allies, why the media’s screaming about nothing, and what they’re really trying to distract you from. No fluff, no filters—let’s dig in.

Savannah King

Case in point, we’ve got Senator Mark Kelly pushing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign over...get this...a Signal group chat. No classified info, no actual leaks, just—just some people talking.

Jack Slater

Exactly. It’s—it’s pathetic, alright? They’re tripping over themselves to make mountains out of molehills, Savannah. Where was all this righteous outrage when we had real security leaks under Biden? But now? Now they’re suddenly the morality police because, oh no, someone used a secure messaging app?

Savannah King

Well, and it’s not just that. At the same time, you've got Governor Kristi Noem charting flights—mass deportation flights, Jack—to tackle immigration on her own terms. It’s bold, no doubt about it, but the headlines today are framing it as some kind of reckless crusade.

Jack Slater

Because it threatens their narrative, Savannah. That’s why. See, they can’t handle anyone flipping the script on their open-border, we-wanna-play-nice philosophy. And, meanwhile, Tesla is under coordinated attack. I mean, no surprises there—the Left’s favorite pastime when they’re not wrecking economies. Can’t let Musk run a free platform and build top-tier EVs without gutting him for it, huh?

Savannah King

And let’s not forget *The View*, believe it or not. They’re out here doing more to criticize Democrat behavior than the actual DNC.

Jack Slater

Which is rich, coming from them, right? But I don’t know...sometimes I wonder if—

Jack Slater

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Savannah King

Exactly, Jack. And if that’s the new standard, then I guess we’re just supposed to gloss over things like the Pentagon leaks or Blinken’s email escapades with Hunter Biden. But sure, let’s act like this group chat is somehow the "national security crisis" of the week.

Jack Slater

It’s so transparent, Savannah. They—they know they can’t win with substance, so it’s smears and spectacle. Honestly, it’s pathetic theater, and their base eats it up like it’s a gourmet meal.

Savannah King

Meanwhile, you’ve got real issues being ignored. Like, where’s the outrage over, oh I don’t know, skyrocketing debt? Or how about the border imploding? And yet, headlines today, what are they? Signal chats and Tesla lawsuits?

Jack Slater

Which, by the way, is no accident. Hit Musk, hit signal—anything they can’t control. It’s like they’re systematically going after independents who don’t play ball. Period. But are they gonna talk about *that* on mainstream media?

Savannah King

Of course not. They’re too busy selling the narrative. But there’s a real—and I mean a real—fight happening behind the scenes that no one’s talking about. Case in point: Kristi Noem, tackling the border head-on. She’s not asking permission, Jack. She’s acting.

Savannah King

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Savannah King

Speaking of Kristi Noem’s no-nonsense approach, she just wrapped up a visit to El Salvador’s infamous CECOT mega-prison. This is where gang members—mostly Venezuelans—could be deported under Trump’s revived immigration policy.

Jack Slater

The CECOT prison? You mean the place that looks like a dystopian nightmare? That prison?

Savannah King

That’s the one, Jack. It’s massive. Houses over forty thousand inmates in conditions that, honestly, have drawn pretty harsh criticism from human rights groups. But here’s the thing—Noem’s visit isn’t just about optics. It’s about sending a clear message that the U.S. is done playing around with soft borders.

Jack Slater

Well yeah, and about time someone had the guts to do it. Look, people can whine about—about "inhumane conditions" or whatever, but what’s the alternative? Just let gang members run wild in our cities? Nah, I say ship ’em out and let them deal with their own mess for once.

Savannah King

But that’s what’s making waves, Jack. The critics aren’t focusing on the gangs—it’s the policy itself. They’re calling it a “reckless” move, like Noem took this trip just to flex, with no practical plan to back it up.

Jack Slater

Flex? Seriously? She’s taking action. Unlike half the politicians sitting in DC who talk for hours but don’t pass a single thing that actually secures the border. And let’s face it—

Savannah King

Jack, not everyone agrees this is the way forward. Venezuela’s already pushing back, calling these deportations provocative. They’re accusing Noem—and by extension, the U.S.—of escalating tensions for political gain.

Jack Slater

Oh please. As if Venezuela has any moral high ground. This, coming from a regime that can't even keep its own citizens fed? Spare me. Noem’s acting where it counts.

Savannah King

Well, whether people see it as bold or brash, the fact is these deportation flights are ramping up. And this partnership with El Salvador? It’s a glimpse into what could be the new normal under a strong border policy.

Jack Slater

Exactly. And you wanna bet who’s shaking right now? Liberal mayors. They’ve been crying foul over border states bussing migrants to their cities, but now—it’s about to get real. Noem’s not stopping at buses. She’s sending planes.

Savannah King

And the headlines won’t stop there. Watch for the administration to frame this as extremist. Anything to muddy the waters, right?

Jack Slater

Of course. They always—and I mean always—spin it. But you know what they can’t spin, Savannah?

Jack Slater

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Savannah King

Jack, speaking of things they can't spin—over fifty attacks on Tesla infrastructure in just the past year. We're talking showrooms, charging stations, even privately owned vehicles. And now the FBI’s stepped in, officially calling this domestic terrorism. This isn’t just vandalism—it’s coordinated.

Jack Slater

Coordinated? More like orchestrated, Savannah. Let’s call it what it is. You’ve got these extremists on the Left who can’t stand that Tesla’s breaking their narrative. Elon Musk’s running circles around them—building EVs while exposing censorship games on the side—and they hate it.

Savannah King

But here’s the thing I can’t wrap my head around, Jack. If these were attacks on, say, solar farms, the outrage would be deafening. There’d be emergency congressional hearings by now. But Tesla? It’s like crickets.

Jack Slater

Because Tesla’s not playing by their playbook, Savannah! It’s green, sure, but it’s also independent. And God forbid Musk owns a platform where people actually say what they think. This isn’t just about cars—it’s about control.

Savannah King

Like the lawsuits over autopilot? Convenient timing, isn’t it? While these attacks are happening, we’re also seeing a wave of civil suits and regulatory probes. Almost like someone’s trying to bury the company from every angle at once.

Jack Slater

Bury it? They wanna burn it to the ground! This is sabotage, Savannah, plain and simple. And they’re trying to send a message to every other company out there—step outta line, and this is what you get.

Savannah King

But Jack, let’s not forget the bigger picture here. These aren’t just random attacks—this is escalating. I mean, the idea that these could be coordinated with political motives…

Jack Slater

...Should scare the hell outta everyone! Because if they can go after Tesla like this, what’s next? Small businesses? Journalists? Whoever they disagree with politically? This is bigger than Musk, Savannah.

Savannah King

And that’s exactly what makes it so alarming. Once you start labeling dissent as terrorism, the line gets blurry fast. But in this case, Jack, it's actual violence—and that’s what escalates this into a whole new territory.

Jack Slater

Right. And where’s the Justice Department? Are they gonna wait until someone gets hurt—or worse—before they step in? Because make no mistake, Savannah, this doesn’t stop with a few smashed charging stations.

Savannah King

No, it doesn’t. And if these attacks are tied to broader ideological agendas, like some are already suspecting, then we’re heading into even murkier waters.

Jack Slater

And it’s not just the attacks, Savannah. Even the media’s starting to crack under the weight of this. When shows like *The View* begin calling out their usual allies, you know the narrative is slipping—and they’re scrambling to keep control.

Savannah King

It does make you wonder, doesn’t it? For *The View*, of all places, to go rogue on a Democrat—there’s gotta be more going on here.

Jack Slater

Oh, there’s always more, Savannah. They don’t just wake up one morning and decide, “Hey, let’s hold ourselves accountable!” No, no. This is pure damage control. Something’s brewing, and they’re trying to get ahead of it. Bet on it.

Savannah King

Could be. But Jack, think about it. This doesn’t happen in a vacuum. When a narrative like this flips, it’s usually because they’re losing ground somewhere else.

Jack Slater

Exactly. And let’s be honest here—if *The View* is willing to draw blood, you know they’ve run out of better options. It’s like watching a boxer punching their own corner out of frustration.

Savannah King

Still, for them to take this step, you’ve gotta ask...what are they trying to distract us from? There’s always a diversion tactic at play.

Jack Slater

That’s the playbook, Savannah. Keep the noise loud enough, and people stop asking the right questions. But hey—

Jack Slater

But hey, let’s not pretend this is a new tactic. Stretching back decades, they’ve used distractions to keep the public in the dark. And the worst part? People fall for it every time, Savannah—it’s like clockwork.

Savannah King

Exactly, Jack. It’s all about control. When people are distracted, they’re easier to manipulate. But here’s the thing—they need us to feel defeated, because if we start pushing back, the cracks in their story start to show.

Jack Slater

Right. And the crazy part is, people are waking up. They know the game’s rigged, and they’re not buying what the media’s selling anymore. I mean, just look at everything we’ve talked about today—from targeted attacks to politicians rewriting the playbook—it’s all connected.

Savannah King

It is. And here’s the bottom line—you don’t have to play their game. Stay informed, stay vigilant, and don’t let them make you numb to this kind of manipulation. That’s the key.

Jack Slater

Amen to that, Savannah. And look, if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that the moment you stop paying attention, they win. So don’t just sit back, folks—lean in. Use what you’ve got, and make noise where it counts.

Savannah King

That’s today’s Daily Briefing. You just heard how the machine really works: fake outrage, selective outrage, and a media that wouldn’t know accountability if it smacked them in the face.

Savannah King

They want you distracted. They want you exhausted. But you’re not. You’re locked in—and you’re not falling for it.

Savannah King

We’ll be back tomorrow with more. Until then—stay sharp, stay pissed, and stay in the fight.

Jack Slater

Catch you later, folks.