Bulwark Takes
Trump’s AG Pick May Not Have the Votes to Get Confirmed (w/ Andrew Weissmann) | Illegal News
Andrew Weissmann and Sarah Longwell dissect the legal and political landmines facing Donald Trump's potential Attorney General pick, Todd Blanch, from a controversial "slush fund" settlement to his handling of high-profile cases, questioning his competence and confirmability.
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.
DOJ Just Argued They Could Bulldoze the Statue of Liberty | Receipts Live
This episode dissects how political spinelessness, government weaponization, and systemic data manipulation are eroding economic trust and the rule of law, from congressional votes to the DOJ's shocking stance on the Statue of Liberty.
Someone in the White House Is Leaking Dirt on JD Vance (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol discuss the stalled Iran deal, Trump's escalating authoritarian rhetoric, and the internal White House leaks targeting JD Vance, highlighting the chaotic state of U.S. politics and foreign policy.
Trump vs. The Courts (w/ Nathaniel Zelinsky) | Bulwark on Sunday
Nathaniel Zelinsky, a former big law attorney now leading a non-profit law firm, details how the Trump administration systematically challenged the rule of law through actions like renaming the Kennedy Center, creating a slush fund from a fake IRS lawsuit, and asserting an absolute 'Article Two' right to fire any federal employee for any reason.
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.
Broadview Six Case Ended in Total Disaster for Trump’s DOJ (w/ Mary McCord) | Illegal News
This episode dissects multiple instances of alleged Department of Justice misconduct, executive overreach, and questionable legal practices under the Trump administration, including a confidential $1.8 billion 'slush fund' and prosecutorial abuses in high-profile cases.
Andrew Weissmann: Trump's Slush Fund Isn't Just Corrupt—It's a Crime | Illegal News
Andrew Weissmann and Sarah Longwell dissect the illegality of Trump's "anti-weaponization fund" and explore systemic legal reforms to hold politicians accountable for lies, drawing lessons from international and state laws.
Trump's "Project Freedom" Was Scrapped in 24 Hours (w/ Arash Azizi & Jodi Kantor) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode delivers a dual deep-dive into Iran's complex geopolitical landscape and the internal workings of the US Supreme Court, alongside practical advice for navigating a challenging modern job market.
Andrew Weissmann: Trump Built a Kingdom of Lies | Illegal News
Former prosecutor Andrew Weissmann introduces his new book, 'Liars Kingdom,' proposing legal frameworks to hold politicians accountable for factual lies, drawing lessons from international laws and the failures of American norms.
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.
The Video That Blew Up ICE’s Story (w/ Andrew Weissmann) | The Illegal News
This episode exposes multiple instances where government agencies, particularly under the Trump administration, allegedly abused power, lied, and undermined the rule of law, from seizing election ballots to unlawfully sharing private tax data and retaliating against critics.
Even a Barrister’s Wig Can’t Save This Garbage Affidavit (w/ Ben Wittes) | The Bulwark Podcast
Ben Wittes reports from Ukraine on a dire humanitarian crisis and unwavering national resolve, contrasting it with America's self-inflicted political 'decadence' and a struggling legal system.
BREAKING: New Footage in Minneapolis Killing
New body cam footage, leaked to a right-wing site, is presented by the host as definitive proof that the federal agent's killing of Renee Good was an intentional murder, not an act of self-defense.
Andrew Weissmann: The Epstein Releases Are a DISASTER | The Illegal News
Andrew Weissmann details the Department of Justice's mishandling of the Epstein file releases, highlighting a lack of transparency and potential political motivations, alongside an analysis of the Supreme Court's stance on presidential power and the legality of foreign military actions.
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