• Brief overview of topics:

• 1. Federalist 2#: Historical analysis and implications.

  2. Controversy around the Alien Act and recent deportation events.

  3. Trump's first week in office, pardons, and early policy impacts.

Recap of Federalist 1#: Key themes and setup for Federalist 2#.

Federalist 2# Talking Points:

1. John Jay's Background

2. • Birth: 1745; Death: 1829.

   • Roles:

   • • First Chief Justice (1789-1795).

     • President of the Continental Congress (1778-1779).

     • Treaty of Paris Negotiator (1783).

     • Governor of New York (1795-1801).

3. Themes of Federalist 2#:

4. • Importance of a united federal government.

   • Biblical justification for governance (Genesis 9:3-6, Romans 13).

   • Challenges posed by the weak Articles of Confederation.

5. Key Insights:

6. • Conflicts of interests under the Confederation.

   • The necessity of a unified American identity rooted in shared values, including Christianity.

   • God's providence in the formation of the nation.

Video Clip Reference: YouTube Link.

Discussion Points:

1. Historical Context of the Alien Act:

2. • Passed in 1798 to address foreign threats during the Quasi-War.

   • Modern-day parallels and controversies over deportations.

3. Recent Deportation Headlines:

4. • NBC's coverage (Link).

   • Resistance at the border (Link).

Notable Clips:

• ICE head Tom Homan speaks with deportees (Link).

• Border updates (Link, Link).

Trivia Question:

• How many times was the State of Texas' Capitol purchased?

Discussion Points:

• Quick historical insight into Texas' Capitol, its history, and notable trivia.

• Panelists' guesses and reactions to the correct answer.

Key Highlights:

1. Pardons:

2. • Proud Boys and pro-lifers (YouTube Link).

   • March for Life reflections (YouTube Link).

3. Planned Parenthood & Cultural Shifts:

4. • Threats to defund Planned Parenthood (Link).

   • Reaction to Cecile Richards' passing.

5. Memes & Public Reactions:

6. • Highlighted by @GigaBasedDad (Link).

   • Trump's silent strategizing (Link).

1. Panelists' favorite Trump win this week.

2. Closing reflections on Federalist 2# and the Alien Act parallels.