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Trump’s Own Aides Are Whispering About His Declining Health (w/ Peter Hamby) | Bulwark Podcast
US PoliticsDonald TrumpDemocratic Socialists of America

Trump’s Own Aides Are Whispering About His Declining Health (w/ Peter Hamby) | Bulwark Podcast

This episode dissects Donald Trump's perceived physical and political decline, the surprising success of progressive DSA candidates in New York, and critical Republican primary missteps in key Southern states.

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"I'm Definitely Regretting It" — Trump Voters Sound Off (w/ Amy Walter) | Focus Group
Voter SentimentPolitical DisillusionmentEconomic Anxiety

"I'm Definitely Regretting It" — Trump Voters Sound Off (w/ Amy Walter) | Focus Group

Focus groups reveal deep disillusionment among Trump voters, driven by economic struggles, the perceived unwinnability of the 'war in Iran,' and a profound distrust in local government due to unaddressed AI data center concerns.

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Trump Keeps Going to the Doctor. Nobody's Allowed to Ask Why. (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
US PoliticsElectionsForeign Policy

Trump Keeps Going to the Doctor. Nobody's Allowed to Ask Why. (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast

Bill Kristol and Tim Miller dissect Donald Trump's declining poll numbers, his perceived foreign policy weakness regarding Iran and China, and growing concerns about his health and alleged corruption, arguing these issues could significantly impact upcoming elections.

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Swing Voters Absolutely HATE Trump's Iran War (w/ Ashley Parker) | The Focus Group
Political AnalysisVoter BehaviorSwing Voters

Swing Voters Absolutely HATE Trump's Iran War (w/ Ashley Parker) | The Focus Group

Swing voters are deeply alienated by Trump's Iran war and economic policies, viewing his administration as increasingly out of touch and driven by personal whim rather than national interest.

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Trump Blew Up His Own Economy (w/ Josh Barro & Paige Cognetti) | Bulwark Podcast
GeopoliticsEconomicsInflation

Trump Blew Up His Own Economy (w/ Josh Barro & Paige Cognetti) | Bulwark Podcast

This episode dissects the severe economic fallout from the Trump administration's impulsive war in Iran, alongside insights into local political corruption and the 'adolescent' nature of modern policymaking.

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Is This Republican Senator Too Normal for Republicans? (w/ Eric Benson)
Texas PoliticsRepublican PartyVoter Behavior

Is This Republican Senator Too Normal for Republicans? (w/ Eric Benson)

Texas's Republican Senate primary reveals a profound shift in voter priorities, where legislative effectiveness is a liability and scandal-plagued 'fighters' are preferred over traditional politicians.

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