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Tom Nichols: There’s Something Wrong with the President | The Bulwark Podcast LIVE
Tim Miller and Tom Nichols dissect the alarming implications of former President Trump's erratic behavior, a failed Iran war, and a nonsensical counterterrorism strategy, arguing these issues directly impact American citizens and global stability.

Markets Rattled, Consumer Sentiment Plunges—While Trump Plays Emperor
Markets are dangerously underpricing global war risks, leading to surging inflation expectations and a looming recession, while systemic fragilities like the AI bubble and private credit markets could compound the crisis.

Global Investors Are Quietly Dumping U.S. Assets
The US economy, while not a 'hellscape,' is underperforming, marked by low consumer confidence, significant layoffs across diverse sectors, and a growing 'sell America' trend among global investors due to political instability and an unpredictable trade policy.
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