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Is the Minneapolis Killing an Inflection Point for Trump? | Bulwark on Sunday
This episode dissects recent political events, arguing they reveal an accelerating radicalization of the Trump administration, characterized by a blatant disregard for law, institutional norms, and international alliances.

Is Trump Punishing Colorado? (w/ Gov. Jared Polis)
Colorado Governor Jared Polis details his 'Western Libertarian' approach to governance, balancing fiscal conservatism with progressive social policies, while navigating alleged federal targeting by the Trump administration.

Trump’s Open Oil Grab | Shield of the Republic
Hosts Eric Edelman and Elliot Cohen dissect the US military operation in Venezuela, framing it as a dangerous 'oil grab' by the Trump administration with severe, unpredictable international consequences and a blatant disregard for international law and congressional oversight.

ICE Agent Kills U.S. Citizen In Minneapolis
Hosts Sam Stein and Tim Miller dissect the fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, condemning it as an 'execution' and exposing the Trump administration's 'ludicrous' and 'gaslighting' narrative.

She Watched January 6 From Trump’s White House (w/ Sarah Matthews)
Former Trump White House Deputy Press Secretary Sarah Matthews recounts her experience watching the January 6th Capitol attack unfold from the West Wing and details the former President's refusal to condemn the violence.

Stephen Miller Created an Enemy (w/ Jon Blitzer & Imran Ahmed) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the Trump administration's foreign policy in Venezuela, revealing Stephen Miller's influence and the weaponization of immigration rhetoric, alongside the shocking targeting of a digital hate researcher by the US government for his advocacy.

Bill and Sarah Ask: How Bad Can It Get? | Bulwark on Sunday
Bill Crystal and Sarah Longwell dissect the Trump administration's impulsive foreign policy in Venezuela, revealing profound concerns about its lack of planning, potential for domestic authoritarianism, and the critical need for a long-term 'offense mentality' from pro-democracy forces.

Dark Horse Predictions for 2026! Is Kash Patel on Borrowed Time?
Bulwark hosts lay out their bold, often cynical, predictions for 2026, from Trump's health and foreign policy to MAGA infighting, House dysfunction, and the unexpected return of Liz Cheney.
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