David Sacks, President Donald Trump's artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency czar, has put forward a blunt theory about why Democrats oppose mass deportations: electoral math, not humanitarian concerns. During a Saturday podcast appearance, Sacks argued that the Democratic Party's resistance stems from census calculations that directly affect congressional representation and presidential electoral votes.

The Census Argument

Speaking with Jason Calacanis on the All-In Podcast, Sacks highlighted 2030 census apportionment projections showing blue states—those that consistently vote Democratic in presidential and statewide races—are expected to lose nine House seats and corresponding electoral votes as citizens relocate to red states.

Here's where his argument gets pointed: Sacks contends that undocumented immigrants counted in the decennial census have artificially inflated population numbers in blue states, helping them maintain political power they'd otherwise lose.

"Illegal aliens count towards the census which occurs every decade," Sacks explained. "The Democrats want to thwart mass deportations because illegal immigrants are a vital part of their power base. The Democrats are playing for keeps. They don't really care how many innocent Americans get hurt or killed in the process."

This accusation echoes a recurring theme from Trump and his allies, including Elon Musk, who have repeatedly claimed Democratic leaders intentionally permit or encourage illegal immigration to expand their voting base and consolidate political influence.

Minneapolis Operations Spark Controversy

Sacks's remarks followed two fatal shootings during Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Minneapolis under Operation Metro Surge. Renee Good, killed in early January, and Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who died last week, were both shot in separate confrontations with federal agents.

During his conversation with Calacanis, Sacks characterized the broader pushback against ICE operations in Minneapolis as highly coordinated, noting that agents carried valid warrants for specific individuals. He described the resistance as "Antifa-style operations," claiming opponents used encrypted communications and organized tactics to disrupt federal law enforcement activities.

The situation in Minneapolis has become a flashpoint in the broader national debate over immigration enforcement, with critics questioning the tactics used during raids and supporters arguing that organized resistance undermines lawful federal operations.