The Deace Group Reacts to the First American Pope and Trump's Next 100 Days

The Deace Group Roundtable

• 🎙️ The Deace Group, featuring Steve Dace, Todd Ersen, Aaron McIntyre, and guest Jill Savage, convened to discuss current events.
• 🐝 A humorous anecdote about a significant wasp infestation in the studio was shared, leading to a discussion about working remotely.
• 🏠 The team debated whether Steve should continue broadcasting from the studio or utilize his home's live shot setup due to the warm weather and pest issues.

Papal Election and "Woke" Concerns

• 🇻🇦 The election of the first American Pope, Robert Provost (Pope Leo XIV), was a major topic of discussion.
• 🤔 The panel expressed uncertainty about whether Pope Leo XIV would be a "woke" pope, citing his recent elevation to cardinal by Pope Francis and his dual citizenship with Peru.
• 🇵🇪 Concerns were raised about his potential views on immigration, influenced by his experiences in Peru during strict COVID lockdowns.
• 🇺🇸 The election of an American pope was seen as a significant event, with mixed feelings about its implications for the Catholic Church and the US.

Trump Administration's Next 100 Days

• 📈 The discussion shifted to the Trump administration's plans for the next 100 days, with a focus on border security and immigration.
• 🏛️ A key challenge identified is the potential collision course with the judicial and legislative branches of government.
• ⚖️ The panel debated whether the Trump administration would face a direct confrontation with the courts or a more controlled demolition of judicial overreach.
• 🤝 The need for Congress to codify executive orders into lasting legislation was emphasized to ensure their permanence.

Political Dynamics and Judicial Authority

• 🗣️ The panel discussed the perceived double standard in how President Trump treats conservative Republicans who oppose him versus establishment Republicans who undermine his agenda.
• ⚖️ The role and authority of judges were questioned, with Steve Dace explaining the concept of a broken social compact and the importance of natural law.
• 🇺🇸 The idea that judges often act as if they are above the law, making rulings based on personal interpretation rather than established principles, was a recurring theme.
• 🏛️ The discussion touched on the challenges of enacting lasting legislation and the need to address perceived corruption within government agencies.

Feedback Friday and Predictions

• 📧 Listener feedback included a message about the Iowa governor's race and Steve Dace's potential candidacy.
• 🗳️ The panel discussed the complexities of political decision-making, including the influence of endorsements and the challenges of running for office.
• 💊 A listener questioned the administration's stance on COVID-19 vaccines, while the panel debated the political implications of not addressing the issue.
• 🔮 Predictions for the future included the possibility of more politicians facing removal from office, the pulling of COVID-19 jabs, and the potential for Pope Leo XIV to influence immigration policy.