Bulwark Takes
BREAKING: Trump Threatens Europe Over Greenland; Europe Responds
President Trump issued an ultimatum to Europe and Denmark over Greenland, threatening tariffs if Denmark does not agree to sell the territory to the United States, escalating a geopolitical standoff.
Why is Trump Fighting NATO Instead of Putin? | Command Post
Military experts dissect how US policy, particularly regarding Ukraine and Greenland, is inadvertently aiding Putin's strategic goals by dividing NATO and creating global power vacuums.
Taking Greenland Would Trigger a NATO Crisis (w/ Mark Hertling) | The Bulwark Podcast
Retired US Army Lieutenant General Mark Hertling dissects the geopolitical absurdities of potential US military interventions in Greenland and Iran, highlighting the erosion of alliances and the critical need for comprehensive strategic planning.
THIS Is What a Strong Democrat Looks Like | The Next Level
The Bulwark hosts dissect the escalating authoritarian tactics of the Trump administration, from ICE actions in Minneapolis to foreign policy aggression, and analyze effective political responses.
Venezuela Was Not Liberated (w/ Quico Toro) | Mona Charen Show
Despite external perceptions of Maduro's downfall, Venezuela's deeply entrenched repressive state and military-backed regime remain intact, making a democratic transition far more complex than often understood.
A Dangerous Start to 2026 | Shield of the Republic
The hosts dissect a volatile global landscape, from aggressive US foreign policy actions and European alienation to internal political shifts in Ukraine and escalating protests in Iran, warning of a perilous 2026.
Anne Applebaum: Europe Is Preparing for an America That Turns Hostile | The Bulwark Podcast
Anne Applebaum details how Europe is actively 'hedging' against a potentially hostile US, while domestically, the transformation of ICE into a paramilitary force represents a significant shift towards authoritarian tactics.
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.
Sorry Trump, No Oil Company Wants to Drill in a War Zone
A military expert breaks down the complexities and risks of US interventions in Venezuela and the strategic absurdity of pursuing Greenland, revealing critical gaps in planning and significant geopolitical fallout.
Trump Doesn’t Have a Strategy. He’s Just Dumb. | The Next Level
This episode dissects Trump's foreign policy actions in Venezuela and his rhetoric on Greenland, arguing they stem from personal impulse rather than strategic doctrine, exposing deep rifts within the Republican party and eroding America's global standing.
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.
Sen. Gallego: Republicans Know the Venezuela Invasion Is Nuts
Senator Ruben Gallego, an Iraq War veteran, offers a scathing critique of US foreign policy, arguing that interventions in Venezuela and the pursuit of Greenland are driven by presidential ego and oil interests, while warning of ongoing, subtle threats to democracy at home.
A Stupid and Insane Foreign Intervention
The hosts critically dissect the US intervention in Venezuela, framing it as an 'insane' and 'stupid' operation driven by Donald Trump's ego, lacking a coherent plan, and set to yield negative consequences for the region and US foreign policy.
Sen. Mark Warner: Trump Is Talking About Invading U.S. Allies
Senator Mark Warner critically assesses the US operation in Venezuela, highlighting its dangerous precedents for international law and US alliances, and expresses alarm over the administration's 'imperialist whim' extending to potential actions against allies like Greenland.
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.
Trump Addresses Nation on Venezuela Regime Change Operation
The podcast analyzes the US military operation to remove Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, scrutinizing the Trump administration's justifications, the military execution, and the lack of a coherent post-operation plan.
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