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Feb 25, 2026Political CommentaryState of the UnionDonald Trump

WATCH LIVE: Donald Trump 2026 State of the Union Address

David Pakman offers scathing live commentary on a simulated 2026 Donald Trump State of the Union Address, dissecting its authoritarian undertones, factual inaccuracies, and performative elements.

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Feb 24, 2026Political RhetoricReality DistortionState of the Union

Reality distortion has become the norm

David Pakman dissects the pervasive political reality distortion, highlighting Donald Trump's consistent pattern of fabricating facts, exhibiting cognitive decline, and undermining democratic institutions.

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Jan 17, 2026US politicsDonald TrumpICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement)

They’re defending Insurrection Act as chaos hits the streets

David Pakman dissects the current political climate, from aggressive ICE actions in Minneapolis and Republican defense of the Insurrection Act, to Europe's growing distrust of the US and a fascism expert's departure.

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