Bulwark Takes
Trump’s DOJ Made an Embarrassing Legal U-Turn (w/ Andrew Weissmann) | Illegal News
Andrew Weissmann and Sarah Longwell dissect the Trump DOJ's chaotic legal maneuvers, including a retracted dismissal of lawsuits against law firms, a controversial proposed rule to shield DOJ attorneys from state ethics probes, and a federal judge's finding of racial profiling by ICE in Minnesota.
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.
Bill and Tim Couldn’t Wait Until Monday
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol discuss the shifting tactics of ICE in Minneapolis, the grassroots community resistance, Trump's fabricated hospital ship to Greenland, and the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Minnesota Superintendent Fires Back at JD Vance Over Child Detentions
Superintendent Zena Stenvvic details how her Minneapolis school district transformed into a frontline defense against ICE detentions, protecting immigrant children and families amidst pervasive fear and trauma.
Colbert Calls Out FCC and His Own Network Over Talarico Censorship
This episode dissects recent political controversies, from media censorship of a Texas Senate candidate to shifting conservative ideologies and federal immigration enforcement tactics, revealing underlying power struggles and citizen resistance.
When Elon Musk’s Psychotic AI Turned on Will Stancil | The Bulwark Podcast
Activist Will Stancil details Minneapolis's community-led ICE surveillance system and the personal impact of Elon Musk's Grok AI targeting, while the host critiques the Democratic party's primary rhetoric.
This Isn’t What These Trump Supporters Voted For (w/ Adrian Carrasquillo) | Focus Group
Recent high-profile ICE killings and child detentions are eroding support for aggressive immigration enforcement among Trump voters, shifting their focus from border security to accountability and human rights.
The Government Treats Armed Militias Better Than Protesters (w/ Radley Balko)
Radley Balko details how the current administration's response to police shootings and protests has shifted from traditional cover-ups to performative lying, signaling a dangerous disregard for public legitimacy and a preference for fear over trust.
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.
Federal Judge Threatens ICE With Contempt (w/ Elliot Williams) | Illegal News
A former DOJ attorney and CNN legal analyst breaks down how ICE and DHS are aggressively challenging established legal norms, from defying federal court orders to asserting unprecedented powers for home entry, sparking judicial outrage and a shift in public opinion.
The Next Level LIVE: Lil’ Greg Bovino Sent Home; Tom Homan In
The hosts dissect the political fallout from recent ICE actions, including Gregory Bovino's demotion, the debate over impeaching Christy Gnome, and the shifting public opinion on immigration enforcement, highlighting the hypocrisy of conservative Second Amendment arguments.
BREAKING: Gov. Walz To Meet With Homan, Doesn’t Know Who Killed Pretti | The Bulwark Podcast
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz details the federal government's 'assault' on his state, the lack of transparency surrounding protester deaths, and his resolve to hold federal agents accountable despite political pressures.
Portraits of Minneapolis Pushed to the Brink
Minneapolis residents and local businesses faced extreme fear and economic collapse due to aggressive ICE operations, prompting a fierce community-led resistance and support network.
LIVE: Another Murder in Minneapolis (w/ Sam Stein & Adrian Carrasquillo) | Bulwark on Sunday
This episode dissects the Minneapolis ICE shooting of Alexander Prey, exposing the immediate government smear campaign and the profound political implications for congressional action and public perception of authoritarianism.
ICE Detains a Corrections Officer, Leaves His Pregnant Wife Terrified (w/ Ben Bozeman)
An off-duty corrections officer, vetted for his role and actively pursuing legal immigration status, was detained by ICE in Maine, leaving his pregnant wife in despair and prompting strong condemnation from local law enforcement.
JD Vance Calls Police Chiefs Liars to Defend ICE (w/ Jon Favreau)
Tim Miller and Jon Favreau dissect JD Vance's calculated deception, where he publicly dismisses evidence from local police chiefs and twists facts to defend controversial ICE actions, including the detention of a 5-year-old and alleged racial profiling.
ICE Dragged an Elderly Man in Underwear Into the Freezing Cold
ICE agents stormed the home of an elderly U.S. citizen in Minnesota, dragging him out in his underwear in freezing temperatures, only to confirm his citizenship and release him, prompting a categorical denial from his family against DHS's justification.
Trump’s Polls Are Slipping—So Why Does He Feel More Dangerous Than Ever?
Despite consistently low approval ratings, Donald Trump's administration is accelerating its authoritarian and isolationist policies, alienating allies and potentially solidifying an 'iron wall of opposition' among swing voters.
ICE Shot a 21-Year-Old in the Face and Blinded Him
The host exposes a series of aggressive ICE and CBP actions, including a protester blinded by a 'non-lethal' round and agents threatening citizens, arguing these tactics are politically motivated and eroding public trust.
Trump Gave the White House a Tramp Stamp (w/ Susan Glasser & Jacob Soboroff) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode exposes how Donald Trump's unchecked power, enabled by a broad network of individuals and institutions, threatens democratic norms both domestically and internationally, exemplified by his pursuit of Greenland and the militarization of federal agencies.
Disturbing New Videos Show ICE Harassing Minneapolis Residents
Federal ICE and CBP agents are escalating confrontations and harassing Minneapolis residents, including US citizens, with military-style tactics following a controversial shooting.
Tapper Stops Noem Mid-Lie (w/ Jack Cocchiarella)
This episode dissects Kristi Noem's defense of an ICE agent's fatal shooting of Renee Good, highlighting Noem's perceived dishonesty and the broader implications for law enforcement accountability and conservative political strategy.
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.
Minneapolis Mayor: ICE Flooded Minneapolis With 2,200 Agents (w/ Jacob Frey) | Bulwark Podcast
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey details how ICE deployed over 2,200 agents to the city with an alleged agenda to deport American citizens of Somali descent, leading to a fatal shooting and a profound challenge to local authority and community safety.
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