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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.
$5 Gas Is Just the Beginning. It Gets MUCH Worse. | The Next Level
The hosts dissect the escalating political 'winner-take-all' mentality, from partisan redistricting to the potentially catastrophic global economic fallout of the Iran war, arguing for aggressive, persuasive political action.
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.
Marc Elias: Reagan Called the VRA the "Crown Jewel of American Liberty." His Party Destroyed It.
Marc Elias, head of Democracy Docket, details how a recent Supreme Court decision effectively gutted the Voting Rights Act, enabling Republican governors to unilaterally cancel ongoing elections and redraw maps to diminish minority voting power.
Trump’s Idiotic “Mad Man” Strategy Has Collapsed (w/ Sam Stein) | The Bulwark Podcast
Donald Trump's 'mad man' strategy has reportedly collapsed as he struggles to find an off-ramp in the Iran conflict, while Democrats successfully outmaneuver Republicans in redistricting battles and concerns rise over political appointments and neglected domestic tragedies.
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.
Trump Loyalty Is Breaking Texas Republicans (w/ Rep. Lizzie Fletcher)
Texas Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher details how Republican subservience to Donald Trump is fracturing the party's traditional brand and creating unprecedented opportunities for Democrats in Texas elections, despite aggressive gerrymandering efforts.
82-Year-Old Democrat NUKES Ted Cruz Online
An 82-year-old Virginia state senator, Louise Lucas, is redefining Democratic social media strategy by aggressively trolling Republicans and employing internet memes, prompting a debate within the party about adopting a more combative online persona.
Is a Blue Wave Coming in November? (w/ Dave Wasserman) | Mona Charen Show
Dave Wasserman, an editor at the Cook Political Report, analyzes why the 2026 midterm elections will not replicate the 'blue wave' of 2018, citing shifts in the political landscape, economic factors, and strategic differences.
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