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Why do you think you're right?
There are fewer inbound travelers.
Why might you be wrong?
FIFA world cup.
Why do you think you're right?
The recent upward trend in seizures combined with increased enforcement.
Why might you be wrong?
Subject to erratic behavior and there is no good way to predict this with any reliability.
Star Commenter - Jun 2025
Why do you think you're right?
An average of 10-20 new cases reported per week for the remaining 15 weeks of the question period would place the final total squarely within the most likely 1350-1499 range.
Why might you be wrong?
I may be underestimating the impact of seasonality and the end of the Texas outbreak. I may also be underestimating the risk of new, large outbreaks. The high contagiousness of measles (R0 of 12-18) means that any introduction into an under-vaccinated community could lead to a rapid spike in cases.
Why do you think you're right?
There have only been 2-4 lethal confrontations in over 60 years, suggesting a very low probability for any given period.
Why might you be wrong?
The border is the most militarized in the world, with 50,000-100,000 troops deployed in close proximity. The high frequency of patrol encounters in this tense environment creates a significant mathematical risk of a miscalculation leading to a deadly incident.
Why do you think you're right?
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) contains congressional restrictions that prohibit reducing troops below 28,500 without specific certifications and consultations. Moreover, the U.S. presence in South Korea is considered strategically vital for deterring China.
Why might you be wrong?
President Trump has an established pattern of issuing dramatic troop-reduction announcements to achieve his goals, and his past statements about complete force reductions suggest he might move forward despite institutional opposition.