A roundtable discussion explores the growing use of presidential power to deploy troops domestically, particularly under President Trump, and the deepening divisions between 'red' and 'blue' America. The panelists express concern over the president's use of executive authority, especially the potential invocation of the Insurrection Act, and the limited ability of Congress and state governments to check these actions. They draw historical parallels to periods of extreme polarization and warn of the dangers of normalizing military presence in American cities. Despite these concerns, the conversation ends on a cautiously hopeful note, highlighting the resilience of civic life and the potential for the country to recover from periods of division, provided democratic norms are maintained.