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JD Vance Called His OWN Iran Policy “Complete Idiocy” | The Next Level
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JD Vance Called His OWN Iran Policy “Complete Idiocy” | The Next Level

A bombshell report reveals Tulsi Gabbard's political career, including her public statements and legislative actions, was allegedly micromanaged by a secretive cult leader.

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EXCLUSIVE: Focus Group Suggests TX Trump Voters Could Flip to Talarico | Focus Group Podcast
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EXCLUSIVE: Focus Group Suggests TX Trump Voters Could Flip to Talarico | Focus Group Podcast

Focus groups in Texas and Maine reveal a complex voter landscape where Trump-disapproving Republicans consider flipping to Democrats despite candidate baggage, driven by a desire for change and a perceived need to check Trump.

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The Dumbest President in U.S. History: The Highlight Reel
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The Dumbest President in U.S. History: The Highlight Reel

This episode compiles a 'highlight reel' of Donald Trump's most criticized gaffes, contradictions, and perceived lies, framed by the host as evidence of his 'stupidity' and 'demagoguery' across various political and economic issues.

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There’s FINALLY A Trump Scandal that Voters Understand (w/ Lis Smith) | Bulwark Podcast
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There’s FINALLY A Trump Scandal that Voters Understand (w/ Lis Smith) | Bulwark Podcast

Democratic strategist Lis Smith and host Tim Miller dissect the current political landscape, arguing that Trump's overt corruption and failed foreign policy in Iran present a clear, understandable vulnerability for Democrats to exploit, while also critiquing internal Democratic messaging and candidate selection.

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The Dam is Starting to Break on Trump’s Stupid War (Sarah, Sam & Amanda Carpenter) | Bulwark Podcast
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The Dam is Starting to Break on Trump’s Stupid War (Sarah, Sam & Amanda Carpenter) | Bulwark Podcast

This episode exposes the alarming absurdity of Trump's political maneuvers, from a 'thug fund' for J6 rioters and perpetual tax immunity to a farcical Iran war strategy and corporate leaders' sycophancy.

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Trump Keeps Going to the Doctor. Nobody's Allowed to Ask Why. (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
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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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JVL Is the Reigning Champion of All the Internet | The Next Level
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JVL Is the Reigning Champion of All the Internet | The Next Level

The Bulwark hosts dissect the internal Republican power struggles, the strategic pivots of figures like Tucker Carlson, and the surprising viability of Donald Trump Jr. as a future presidential candidate, all while critiquing the current administration's chaotic handling of foreign policy and domestic appointments.

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Secret Podcast Preview: Republicans Are Walking Into a Buzzsaw
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Secret Podcast Preview: Republicans Are Walking Into a Buzzsaw

Republicans face a challenging electoral landscape marked by strong Democratic energy and shifting voter priorities, while Trump's chaotic political style continues to impact markets and international relations.

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Trump’s Truth Social Account Is a Cry for Help | Tim's a Streamer Now!
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Trump’s Truth Social Account Is a Cry for Help | Tim's a Streamer Now!

Tim Miller offers sharp political analysis on Democratic Senate fundraising, dissects Donald Trump's erratic Truth Social posts, and defends engaging with controversial figures like Hassan Piker, all while sharing personal 'bad takes' on cultural issues.

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Hungary Just Humiliated Donald Trump (w/ Sarah Longwell & Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
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Hungary Just Humiliated Donald Trump (w/ Sarah Longwell & Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast

The recent overwhelming defeat of Hungary's illiberal leader Viktor Orban serves as a significant repudiation of global authoritarianism and a potential blueprint for challenging Trumpism in the US.

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Oh No, Tim Miller is Streaming Again
US PoliticsElectionsForeign Policy

Oh No, Tim Miller is Streaming Again

Tim Miller delivers sharp critiques on a Florida election upset, the dubious Iran ceasefire proposal, and the 'shameful' confirmation of Markwayne Mullin, while expressing deep concern over Tucker Carlson's political rise.

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Trump Is About to Own a Disastrous Middle East War | Secret Podcast Preview
Political StrategyDemocratic PartyRepublican Party

Trump Is About to Own a Disastrous Middle East War | Secret Podcast Preview

The Bulwark hosts dissect the shifting landscape of Democratic political strategy, the unexpected impact of a potential Middle East war on the Republican party, and the surprising resignation of a controversial figure.

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The Crime Was Horrific. The Cover-Up Is Shameful. | The Next Level
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The Crime Was Horrific. The Cover-Up Is Shameful. | The Next Level

This episode dissects alleged government cover-ups, judicial partisanship, and the weaponization of political power, highlighting how these actions undermine democratic institutions and accountability.

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Tim Miller: Trump Country Just Snapped in Texas
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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.

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Markets Are Panicking Over Trump’s Stupidity (w/ David Plouffe) | Bulwark Podcast
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Markets Are Panicking Over Trump’s Stupidity (w/ David Plouffe) | Bulwark Podcast

David Plouffe details how Trump's erratic foreign policy, exemplified by the Greenland proposal, directly harms the US economy and alliances, while also outlining a critical strategy for Democrats to regain sustained political power by fundamentally reshaping their public image and holding Republicans accountable.

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