Why are Republicans trying to give themselves an edge in Congress? In the words of one GOP lawmaker: “Because we can.” This week, Rachel and Aaron separate the facts from JD Vance’s alt reality as some Democrats prepare to fight fire with fire. Plus: Trump takes federal control over Washington DC. And South Park sends up America’s most notorious puppy killer.

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• YouTube: President Trump holds news conference on plans to address D.C. crime
• Gavin Newsom to Trump: ‘You Are Playing With Fire’
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