Welcome to today's episode, where we explore the phenomenon of "Trump worship" in Washington. Recently, Representative Andy Ogles from Tennessee has become a symbol of this trend, creating videos in front of a reproduction of “Washington Crossing the Delaware.” In one clip, he boldly suggests Trump should run for a third term, stating, “What you have here is a moment in time that comes along once in a century.”

Ogles isn’t the only one. From senators to business leaders, there’s a culture of flattery and loyalty toward Trump in Congress. Archbishop Elpidophoros praised him, saying, “You are the leader of the world,” while Cabinet members praised his vision. This level of adulation isn’t new, but many suggest it reaches unparalleled heights now, with Congress seeming to exist to flatter Trump and ratify his will.

Amidst a landscape where criticism is stifled, even planned legislation reflects this devotion, like the proposal to make Trump’s birthday a federal holiday. “Let’s get carving,” tweeted a congresswoman suggesting his likeness on Mount Rushmore.

With trends like these, public loyalty to Trump isn’t just encouraged—it’s enforced. As Norm Eisen puts it, “They’re physically afraid for their lives or families’ lives.” It’s a context where dissent is virtually nonexistent, and those opposing Trump can quickly find themselves marginalized.

Join us as we dive deeper into this dynamic and what it means for the future of American politics.
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