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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.
The Next Level LIVE: Texas Primary Results! Megyn Kelly Turns on Trump?!
The Texas Republican primary results reveal a deep embrace of 'vice signaling' and Trump's endorsement, with voters choosing a scandal-plagued candidate over a long-serving incumbent, while broader political trends show a rise of non-traditional figures and a growing 'America First, Israel Worst' bloc.
Gas Prices Reach 4-Year High For Memorial Day Weekend | Receipts Live
The hosts dissect America's 'new golden age' of economic pessimism, rising gas prices, a precarious AI boom, and unprecedented political corruption, questioning the future of ownership and trust in institutions.
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.
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.
The GOP Paralyzed Congress for Trump’s IDIOTIC Ballroom (Sarah, JVL & Martha Raddatz) | Bulwark Pod
The Bulwark hosts dissect alleged corruption surrounding a $1.8 billion 'slush fund' for Trump's allies and a $1 billion Secret Service 'ballroom,' arguing these are unprecedented acts of legalized fraud and misprioritization, while Martha Raddatz offers insights on the opaque nature of current US foreign policy and the human cost of war.
Secret Podcast Preview: The Founders Never Imagined a President This Corrupt, Weak and Stupid
Donald Trump's proposed $1.7 billion taxpayer-funded 'slush fund' to compensate allies and January 6th participants reveals a profound breakdown of democratic norms and highlights the challenge of accountability in a polarized political landscape.
Trump is the Revenge of the Mediocre | The Bulwark Podcast
Former federal prosecutor Andrew Weissman and host Tim Miller expose alarming instances of political corruption, judicial overreach, and the weaponization of lies in American politics, from a potential $1.7 billion taxpayer slush fund for Trump allies to the gutting of voting rights.
Trump Planning Taxpayer-Funded, $1.7 Billion Slush Fund for Political Allies | Receipts Live
Donald Trump is reportedly planning a $1.7 billion taxpayer-funded 'slush fund' for political allies and January 6th participants, alongside allegations of insider trading, raising serious concerns about the degradation of rule of law and economic efficiency.
Trump’s China Trip Is a Global Humiliation (Catherine Rampell & Rep Garcia) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the economic and political fallout from Trump's policies, including his China trip, the Iran war, and the ongoing Epstein cover-up, revealing a US in decline and a fragile domestic economy.
We Have Six Months to Crush Trump. Here's the Playbook. | Bulwark on Sunday
Despite recent political setbacks, Democrats have a six-month window to leverage voter anger over economic issues and Trump's perceived self-interest to secure a decisive victory in the upcoming midterms and lay the groundwork for future political power.
The GOP Will Pay for Trump's Corruption (w/ Isaac Saul) | Bulwark Podcast
Isaac Saul of Tangle News details the extensive and blatant corruption within the Trump administration and family, arguing that mainstream media and political opponents are failing to effectively communicate its scale to the public.
Stop Being Scared of Trump. He's Pathetic. MOCK HIM! (w/ Adam Kinzinger) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Adam Kinzinger critically dissect the Trump administration's foreign policy failures in Iran, the escalating national debt, and the brazen corruption of the Trump family, advocating for mockery as a potent political weapon.
Jon Ossoff: Trump's Son-in-Law Is On the Saudi Payroll (Plus: Luke Thomas) | Bulwark Podcast
Senator Jon Ossoff and combat sports analyst Luke Thomas dissect the systemic political corruption in the US, the politicization of the Justice Department, the disastrous Iran war, and the transactional alliance between Donald Trump and the UFC.
Trump's War Could Cost Him EVERYTHING (w/ Nicholas Kristof) | The Bulwark Podcast
Nicholas Kristof and Tim Miller dissect the catastrophic geopolitical and economic fallout of the Iran war, arguing it has weakened US strategic positions, empowered hardline regimes, and exacerbated global crises, all while highlighting the domestic political implications for the US.
There Is Quiet Panic Inside Trump World (w/ Sarah Matthews & Ben McKenzie) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode exposes the quiet panic within Trump's orbit, the dangerous incompetence in his administration's foreign policy, and the pervasive fraud within the crypto industry, including its deep ties to Trump's financial dealings.
Iran Experts: Fired. FBI Chief: Blacked Out. Good Luck, Y'all! (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol dissect Trump's chaotic Iran policy, the alarming conduct of FBI Director Cash Patel, and critical domestic political maneuvers, highlighting the systemic risks and shifting geopolitical landscape.
From Unconditional Surrender to…Whatever This Is (David French & Rep. Subramanyam) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the chaotic and strategically flawed US-Iran conflict under Trump, highlighting the degradation of military integrity, the weaponization of the DOJ, and the broader erosion of democratic norms.
The Next Level LIVE: Trump Extends Civilian Annihilation Threat For Two Weeks
Hosts JVL, Sarah Longwell, and Tim Miller dissect Trump's 'deal' with Iran, framing it as a catastrophic foreign policy defeat driven by political desperation and external influence, while exposing deep-seated corruption and hypocrisy within the administration.
The MAGA Dominos Are Falling (w/ Bill Kristol) | The Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol dissect the Trump administration's erratic and unhinged foreign policy regarding Iran, the moral and political implications of his war threats, and the growing calls for his impeachment from across the political spectrum.
Trump Blew Up His Own Economy (w/ Josh Barro & Paige Cognetti) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode dissects the severe economic fallout from the Trump administration's impulsive war in Iran, alongside insights into local political corruption and the 'adolescent' nature of modern policymaking.
Tim Miller: The GOP’s Florida Problem Is Real
Despite recent Republican dominance, new data and election results suggest Florida is unexpectedly back in play for Democrats, signaling a potential broader blue wave.
James Talarico: I Know EXACTLY Why Voters Stopped Trusting Democrats | The Bulwark Podcast
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico argues that Democrats lost voter trust by taking communities for granted, failing on border security and cost of living, and alienating faith-based voters through cultural insensitivity.
America’s at War—and Trump’s Dancing to YMCA (w/ Sam Stein) | The Bulwark Podcast
The Bulwark hosts dissect the Trump administration's chaotic Iran war, disastrous immigration policies, and pervasive political idiocy, highlighting a leadership more concerned with personal image than national consequence.
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