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Trump’s Base Might Stay Home (w/ Amy Walter) | Focus Group
Disillusioned Trump voters, driven by economic woes, the Iran war, and the Epstein files, are showing a significant enthusiasm gap that could lead to them staying home, posing a major threat to Republican electoral prospects.
We Went WAY Down the Melania Rabbit Hole (w/ Jane Coaston) | The Bulwark Podcast
Melania Trump's rare public statement denying ties to Jeffrey Epstein is framed as a preemptive move against potential revelations from a deported former friend, while Donald Trump's attacks on MAGA commentators expose the movement's true loyalty to him alone.
This Is How the GOP Starts to Crack
The host dissects the Trump administration's chaotic policies, from ineffective ICE deployments to shifting Iran war objectives, and the GOP's internal fractures, alongside critical Supreme Court and historical accountability issues.
Candace Owens Is Tearing MAGA Apart (w/ Will Sommer) | Mona Charen Show
Explore the alarming rise and unchecked influence of far-right MAGA influencers like Candace Owens, Tucker Carlson, and Steve Bannon, and how their extreme rhetoric and conspiracy theories are reshaping the conservative movement.
Trump's Swing Voters Don't Want Another Middle East War (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Focus Group
Swing voters who supported Trump in 2024 express deep skepticism about a new Middle East war with Iran and are increasingly influenced by mainstreamed conspiracy theories, particularly concerning the Epstein files and Israel.
Saagar Enjeti on Trump: “Greatest professional disappointment in my life” | Bulwark Podcast
Saagar Enjeti, a prominent right-wing populist, expresses profound disappointment with Donald Trump's foreign policy decisions, particularly on Iran and Israel, framing them as a betrayal of 'America First' principles and a failure of the movement to influence policy.
Steve Bannon Is in Trouble, and It Has Nothing To Do With Epstein
Steve Bannon faces a new lawsuit over his alleged mismanagement and fraudulent activities with the FJBcoin cryptocurrency, adding to his history of financial scams and raising questions about his diminishing political influence.
Democrats Are Winning. Don’t Blow It! (w/ Rick Wilson) | The Bulwark Podcast
Political strategists Rick Wilson and Tim Miller dissect the current political landscape, exposing GOP hypocrisy, Democratic strategic missteps, and the alarming erosion of free speech and public health under MAGA influence.
Pam Bondi LOSES IT In Congressional Hearing
Pam Bondi's congressional testimony on the Epstein documents revealed a Justice Department operating with open contempt for Congress, prioritizing political performance over accountability, and raising serious questions about transparency and competence.
The Epstein Revelations Keep Getting Worse (w/ Jane Coaston) | The Bulwark Podcast
New Epstein file revelations expose high-profile individuals' hypocrisy and deep ties to financial corruption, highlighting a broader political desire for power without accountability.
Epstein Connections Could Bring Down the UK Government. Why Does Lutnick Get a Free Pass?
Howard Lutnick, a key figure in the Trump administration, blatantly lied about his extensive connections to Jeffrey Epstein, yet faces no professional repercussions in the US, a stark contrast to the immediate resignations seen in other governments.
Tim Puts on His Tinfoil Hat Over Epstein Rumors
The 'Potato Boys' dive into the latest absurdities of political conspiracy theories, from the 2020 election 'loon gang' to Nancy Mace's bizarre staff demands and the host's 'tinfoil hat' musings on Jeffrey Epstein's death.
Buckle Up, There Are MORE Crazy Epstein Emails
New Jeffrey Epstein files reveal extensive connections and alleged misconduct involving prominent figures like Donald Trump, Bill Gates, Elon Musk, and former Obama White House counsel Kathy Rumler, exposing widespread hypocrisy and a network of complicity.
The Rogan Crowd Trusted Trump. Oops. (w/ Ryan Grim) | The Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the political fallout from a controversial ICE shooting, Trump's 'gangster' Venezuela oil policy, and the disillusionment of the populist right over the Epstein files, exposing deep rifts in American politics and media narratives.
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