Topic: Mindset

European leaders call for a shift to a "wartime mindset" and a "turbo-charging" of defense production to prepare for potential conflict with Russia. In the Netherlands, mainstream media is reportedly publishing "prepper" articles advising citizens on how to store water and canned goods. The hosts describe this as a massive psychological operation to militarize the European population.

Analysis of an ABC News segment suggests a psychological "trick" where reporters insert an agreeable, factual element—such as the delay of a new executive order—to make the audience more receptive to biased reporting on the Russia investigation. Correspondent Cecilia Vega is noted for her confusing phrasing regarding the vetting of terrorists.