Bulwark Takes
BREAKING: Trump Unveils Insane New Budget; March Jobs Numbers
The Trump administration's latest budget proposal prioritizes massive defense and immigration enforcement spending while cutting critical domestic programs like scientific research and social services, leading hosts to question its political viability and economic sense.
Is Trump’s Movement in a Death Spiral? (w/ Michael Steele) | The Bulwark Podcast
Veteran Republican strategists Michael Steele and Tim Miller dissect the perceived 'death spiral' of the Trump movement, arguing that current economic and political decisions demonstrate a profound disregard for national stability and an alarming focus on culture wars over tangible solutions.
Exclusive: Al Gore On Trump’s Historic Mistake | Bulwark Podcast
Al Gore details the escalating climate crisis with stark data, critiques Trump's 'historic mistakes' on both climate and Iran, and advocates for a future built on 'affordable abundance' through renewable energy.
Newsom: Trump ‘Knows He’s Gonna Get Shellacked’ | How to Fix It
California Governor Gavin Newsom sharply criticizes Donald Trump's foreign policy, economic decisions, and alleged corruption, while detailing California's progressive policy successes and lessons learned in governance.
GOP Senator Tells Americans to Accept Higher Gas Prices
Republicans, who previously blamed Biden for high gas prices, have abruptly shifted their messaging, now telling Americans to accept increased costs due to a 'war in Iran' initiated under Trump, while simultaneously blaming consumers for financial illiteracy.
Trump's Poll Numbers Stink. Maybe a Two-Hour Speech Will Help.
Despite a non-disastrous economy, Donald Trump's approval ratings plummeted, facing a skeptical public ahead of his State of the Union address, particularly on tariffs and aggressive immigration enforcement.
BREAKING: Supreme Court BLOCKS Trump's Tariffs
The Supreme Court struck down former President Trump's 'liberation day tariffs,' citing an overreach of executive power and potentially triggering a massive $175 billion in refunds to businesses, while the administration plans to reconstitute them under different authorities.
The Moment the GOP Finally Squirmed | Secret Podcast
A deep dive into the GOP's uncomfortable reaction to Trump's overtly racist social media post and the broader implications for political tolerance and voter priorities.
Trump Cuts Cabinet Meeting Short, Dodges Questions
Donald Trump's recent cabinet meeting was unusually short, lacked press questions, and featured controversial statements on housing, interest rates, and public health, signaling potential political anxiety and a shift in policy messaging.
MAGA’s Tough Guy Act Collapsed in Minneapolis (w/ Adam Serwer & Bobby Pulido) | The Bulwark Podcast
This episode exposes the hypocrisy of MAGA's 'tough guy' rhetoric and 'Western Civilization' defense through the lens of Minneapolis community resistance to ICE and the shifting political landscape in South Texas.
Trump Is Now Deeply Unpopular | Secret Podcast Preview
Despite media 'sanewashing,' recent polling reveals Trump's deep unpopularity across key issues, presenting both challenges and opportunities for the opposition.
Trump’s “Economy” Speech Went off the Rails
An economist dissects Donald Trump's Detroit Economic Club speech, revealing how his economic claims are misleading and his proposed policies are either illegal, ineffective, or counterproductive to affordability.
Trump Hits the Gas on Authoritarian Rule (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol dissect recent actions by the Trump administration, framing them as an alarming acceleration towards authoritarianism, particularly targeting the Federal Reserve's independence and escalating ICE's use of force.
Trump Wants to Take a Nobel Prize That Isn’t His
The Bulwark hosts critically dissect Donald Trump's perceived desire to appropriate Maria Corina Machado's Nobel Peace Prize, exposing what they view as his materialistic worldview and reliance on outdated, misinterpreted historical narratives.
These Swing Voters Can’t Afford Trump Anymore (with Jonathan Chait) | The Focus Group
Swing voters, including former Trump supporters, are increasingly disillusioned with his second administration due to economic struggles, healthcare cuts, and a foreign policy perceived as self-serving and contrary to 'America First' promises.
America Is Losing Faith in EVERYTHING (w/ Oliver Libby) | How to Fix It
Oliver Libby outlines a 'Strong Floor, No Ceiling' policy framework to restore faith in the American Dream by addressing critical issues like healthcare, infrastructure, and housing through centrist solutions.
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