Bulwark Takes
Mark Hertling and Ruben Gallego: A Rush to War | The Bulwark Podcast
Retired General Mark Hertling and Senator Ruben Gallego critically analyze the US and Israeli military actions against Iran, exposing a lack of clear objectives, inadequate planning, and the high human and financial costs of a rushed intervention.
Trump’s America Is Losing People
The hosts argue that America is experiencing a concerning decline in population and global standing, exacerbated by foreign influence in media and Trump's inconsistent policies.
Netanyahu Knows Trump Won’t Say No—And That Won’t Last | Secret Podcast
The hosts predict an imminent war with Iran driven by Netanyahu's leverage over Trump, expose a 'command economy' where the US President dictates media acquisitions, and detail the inhumane treatment of migrants by US law enforcement.
Pete Buttigieg: Why Would ANYONE Sit Through Trump’s Speech?
Pete Buttigieg breaks down the State of the Union, critiquing the current administration's economic claims and outlining a proactive Democratic strategy focused on family, affordability, and simultaneous institutional reform.
Tim Miller: Yes, the GOP Has a Nazi Problem.
Tim Miller argues that the Republican Party actively tolerates and even integrates white nationalist and Nazi ideologies into its base and policy, while also critiquing Marjorie Taylor Green's call for political civility as disingenuous.
State of the Union Coverage From the Bulwark (w/ Pete Buttigieg)
The Bulwark panel and guest Pete Buttigieg critically dissect Trump's State of the Union address, highlighting its disconnect from reality, focus on self-aggrandizement, and the Democratic response's strategic pivot to affordability and anti-corruption.
Tina Smith Names the Republicans She Can’t Stand | The Bulwark Podcast
Senator Tina Smith and host Tim Miller dissect the current political landscape, criticizing Republican figures for their 'cruelty' and 'authoritarian project,' while also reflecting on Democratic party missteps and the need for leaders willing to 'rock the boat.'
Trump’s Own Voters Are Uneasy With His Second Term (w/ Margie Omero) | The Focus Group
Focus group data reveals a growing segment of Trump's 2024 voters express regret and disappointment, driven by economic concerns, unfulfilled promises, and the handling of the Epstein files, while Democrats show surprising shifts in views on personal safety and institutional trust.
BREAKING: Massive Jobs Revision Clouds Jan. Gains (w/ Paul Krugman)
Despite strong January job numbers, a significant downward revision of last year's job growth, coupled with political interference in the Federal Reserve and economically damaging immigration policies, paints a concerning picture for the US economy.
Let’s Play a Little Game, David (w/ David French) | The Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and David French dissect the moral compromises within conservative politics, Trump's escalating rhetoric, and the systemic degradation of federal institutions, proposing concrete legal reforms to restore accountability.
Trump Gives Rambling, Combative Speech at National Prayer Breakfast
Donald Trump's appearance at the National Prayer Breakfast revealed a deeply transactional relationship with his evangelical base, where political identity now supersedes faith, alongside his self-serving legal strategies and disregard for institutional norms.
GOP Scrambles After MASSIVE Minneapolis Blowback
Democrats achieved a strategic victory by isolating DHS funding for a two-week negotiation, forcing Republicans to confront unpopular ICE practices and potentially secure significant reforms.
Tim Miller: Trump Country Just Snapped in Texas
Tim Miller analyzes the dramatic political shift where Republicans are losing ground on immigration, leading to alarming comments from Trump and significant voter swings in conservative areas.
Todd Blanche Broke His Promise to the Senate
The host argues that Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche systematically contradicted his own Senate confirmation promises and legal principles to defend Donald Trump's politically motivated actions across immigration, judicial oversight, and targeted prosecutions.
Trump Deporting Gay Men to Iran Is a Death Sentence
The Trump administration's planned deportation of 40 Iranian nationals, including gay men facing death sentences, is framed as a morally depraved act that contradicts US foreign policy supporting Iranian protesters.
TNL LIVE: Sundowning Trump Stumbles Through Press Event | The Next Level
The hosts dissect a chaotic, hours-long Trump press conference, revealing it as a desperate attempt to boost declining poll numbers and a dangerous display of unseriousness that accelerates the unraveling of the U.S.-led world order.
Tim Miller: Trump Can’t Stop What He Started
Tim Miller dissects Donald Trump's transactional approach to foreign policy, his sensitivity to negative media optics on immigration, and the shifting political landscape favoring Democrats in midterm elections.
Republicans Should Be Nervous About Trump's Approval | Secret Podcast Preview
New polling data reveals significant public disapproval of Donald Trump's performance and immigration policies, signaling potential electoral challenges for Republicans.
Trump Advisors Freak Out Over Backlash to Viral ICE Videos (w/ Marc Caputo)
Internal GOP polling reveals significant erosion in public support for Trump's immigration policies, driven by viral videos depicting aggressive ICE tactics, causing concern among his advisors despite his continued commitment to mass deportations.
THIS is How Backlash Against ICE Starts (w/ Sam Stein) | The Bulwark Podcast
The hosts dissect the Trump administration's aggressive ICE tactics in Minneapolis, arguing they are a deliberate attempt to instigate chaos, erode civil liberties, and highlight the Democratic Party's internal struggles in mounting an effective response.
Democrats Don’t Know What To Do About ICE
Democrats are grappling with a deep internal divide over how to address ICE, balancing the political risks of 'abolish ICE' slogans against increasing public demand for significant reform following recent controversial incidents.
Gavin Newsom Just NUKED Benny Johnson on Twitter
This episode dissects the chaotic world of political influencers, from Gavin Newsom's viral tweet targeting Benny Johnson to the internal feuds and rebranding efforts shaping the MAGA media landscape.
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