The David Pakman Show

The most embarrassing episode in American history?
Donald Trump's 80th birthday celebration at the White House, featuring a UFC fight and a premature announcement of an Iran peace deal, devolved into a series of national embarrassments, conflicts of interest, and policy failures.

A truly bad day for people who care about reality
Donald Trump's authoritarian demands to halt a Texas primary, the administration's 'feeling-based' justification for war with Iran, and ongoing lack of transparency regarding Trump's health and alleged government misconduct reveal a pattern of disregard for democratic processes and accountability.

Power slips as allies spiral, Trump’s control collapsing
David Pakman dissects the perceived decline of Donald Trump's control, highlighting his allies' public struggles, his own health and cognitive issues, and the broader implications for US accountability and foreign policy.
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