Hawk recorded this episode approximately 36 hours after Donald Trump was declared the winner of the 2024 presidential election, defeating Kamala Harris (who had taken over the Democratic nomination from Joe Biden). Hawk begins by sharing an editorial from Le Monde, which characterizes Trump's reelection as "the end of an American era" and warns of severe global consequences, particularly for European security and democratic institutions worldwide.

He discusses various aspects of the election results, including the significant drop in Democratic voter turnout compared to 2020 (13 million fewer voters), Trump's gains in 48 out of 50 states, and the ineffectiveness of Harris's well-run campaign despite knocking on three million doors in swing states. The host covers multiple reactions from political figures and analysts, including Bernie Sanders' criticism of Democrats for abandoning the working class, and concerns about Trump's promises to pursue mass deportations, pardon January 6th rioters, and use the military against political opponents.

Throughout the episode, Hawk expresses deep concern about the implications of Trump's victory, citing various indicators of potential authoritarian governance to come. He notes that California's governor Gavin Newsom is already preparing to counter potential Republican actions, and shares worrying quotes from Trump allies about plans for retribution against political opponents. He concludes the episode on an emotional note, expressing exhaustion with the continuous struggle for civil rights and democratic values, while promising to continue his work despite the election outcome.

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