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<p>Sonny Bunch and Adrian Carrasquillo take on The Pitt’s ICE episode—how a single raid transforms the ER, triggers fear across patients and staff, and mirrors real-world reporting on immigration enforcement. They discuss the show’s attempt at “balance,” the ripple effects of fear, and why dramatized storytelling can land harder than traditional coverage.</p><p>They also explore the reaction online, the pressure on Hollywood to soften political edges, and why The Pitt is connecting right now as a rare show that forces viewers to see these issues up close.</p><p>Read more here: Why the ICE Raid in ‘The Pitt’ Matters: <a href="https://www.thebulwark.com/p/why-the-ice-raid-in-the-pitt-matters-hbo">https://www.thebulwark.com/p/why-the-ice-raid-in-the-pitt-matters-hbo</a></p></div>