Bulwark Takes

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Katherine Rampell interviews Bob Elliott, CIO at Unlimited, about Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s failed bond market interventions and the resulting loss of policy credibility.

Michael Weiss and Mark Palamaropoulos discuss CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s unexpected trip to Moscow, analyzing it as a likely warning against…

Congressman Jared Huffman joins Joe Pritikin to discuss his book, "No Profits," which examines the rise of Christian nationalism in American politics.

Andrew Egger and Bill Kristol analyze the escalating US-Canada trade war, criticizing Trump’s erratic tactics and the damage to a vital alliance.

Host Katie Tur and guests Mona Charen, Sam Stein, and Molly Jong-Fast analyze Trump’s distracted midterm strategy, noting his focus on sporting events over campaigning.

The episode critiques Republican election tactics, focusing on the Michigan Senate race where Mike Rogers’ allies smear Abdul El-Sayed’s supporter, Mohammed Sultan, using false anti-Muslim narratives.

Sam Stein hosts legal experts Rick Hasen and Steve Vladek to analyze the Supreme Court’s stay of an injunction against Trump’s mail-in voting restrictions.

Andrew Egger and Catherine Rampell discuss the escalating U.

Sam Stein and Will Sommer return to critique Donald Trump’s clumsy flag-waving at the IndyCar race and the event’s logistical failures.

Andrew Egger and Catherine Rampell discuss the collapse of US-Canada trade talks, resulting in new 50% tariffs on Canadian exports.

Bill Kristol interviews Michael Wood, a veteran and former congressional candidate, about the ongoing war with Iran.

Tim Miller of The Bulwark profiles Arizona Republican Andy Biggs, a key organizer of the January 6 Capitol riot and election denialist running for governor.

The Bulwark investigates allegations of MAGA operatives infiltrating the Green Party to spoil elections in key swing districts.

Katherine Rampell and JVL discuss Stephen Moore’s economic misinformation and Scott Bessent’s failed Treasury bond buyback program, which inadvertently raised interest rates.

Tim Miller and Alicia Menendez discuss the security clearance controversy surrounding Trump aide Natalie Harp, highlighting Secret Service concerns and the White House’s defensive response.

Michael Weiss and Mark Palmeropoulos discuss Trump’s “economic D-Day” sanctions on Iran, noting them as a flawed but necessary pivot from failed military options.

Host JVL interviews Bulwark co-founder JBL to explore how professional wrestling dynamics explain Donald Trump’s political rise.

The host critiques House Republicans for struggling to defend Trump’s war in Iran amid rising inflation.

This episode profiles Zach Lane, a Republican gubernatorial candidate in Iowa, highlighting his background as a Koch-connected operative and his 25% ownership in a sex toy company.

Andrew Egger and Lauren Egan analyze Florida’s Democratic primaries, highlighting the upset victory of socialist Angie Nixon over favorite Alexander Vindman for the Senate nomination.

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Tim Miller and Will Sommer tour Washington D.

Andrew Egger and Ben Parker discuss Republican election deniers pivoting to accept the 2020 results for electability, contrasting this with Democratic struggles over past rhetoric.

Tim Miller highlights the detention of a Venezuelan family at the Dilley internment camp, who were held despite legally applying for self-deportation.

JVL and Andrew Egger dissect Donald Trump’s erratic press conference, analyzing his false claims about South Korea’s defense payments and Kim Jong-un.

Jonathan Cohen debunks a viral false narrative claiming Abdul El-Sayed oversaw an animal slaughterhouse in Detroit.

This episode analyzes President Trump’s threats to bomb Oman and cancel joint military exercises with South Korea, arguing these actions alienate key allies.

This episode critiques Todd Blanche’s confirmation as Attorney General, analyzing his Meet the Press interview where he refused to pledge DOJ independence from the White House.

Andrew Egger and Catherine Rampell discuss Senator Bill Cassidy’s regret over confirming RFK Jr.

Will Salatin argues that Donald Trump serves as a role model for Republican politicians facing legal or ethical scandals, encouraging them to stay in office rather than resign.

Tim Miller discusses growing calls for Pete Hegseth’s resignation amid dire conditions on the USS Lincoln and Trump’s continued support.

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Catherine Rampell and JVL discuss Trump’s monetization of the presidency via Truth Social, the administration’s destruction of shell company databases, and aggressive ICE tactics.

Sam Stein, Tim Miller, and Will Sommer discuss Texas candidate Brandon Herrera’s explicit podcast comments about semen supplements and his opponent Katie Padilla Stout.

Andrew Egger and Sonny Bunch discuss President Trump’s renewed efforts to rename the Kennedy Center and his obsession with leaving his name on public projects.

Tim Miller launches a new Bulwark series highlighting extreme Republican midterm candidates, focusing on Georgia Senate nominee Mike Collins.

Sam Stein and Will Sommer discuss Mike Lindell’s surprising loss in the Minnesota gubernatorial primary and his refusal to concede.

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Host Michael Weiss and guest Mark Polymeropoulos discuss the revelation that Donald Trump was secretly smuggled out of Turkey in a catering container to evade an alleged Iranian assassination threat.

Sam Stein and Andrew Egger debunk right-wing claims that Anthony Fauci hid vaccine risks, exposing how senators Rand Paul and Ron Johnson are spreading debunked anti-vax disinformation.

Tim Miller analyzes Donald Trump’s attacks on Abdul El-Sayed, arguing that this strategy mirrors the failed Republican playbook of 2016 by inadvertently boosting El-Sayed’s visibility.

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Will Salatan critiques new NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya for misrepresenting Anthony Fauci’s pandemic guidance and echoing RFK Jr.

Sam Stein and Will Sommer discuss Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s egg-freezing announcement and the ensuing conservative backlash regarding reproductive autonomy and career timing.

Bill Kristol interviews retired Space Force Colonel Brie Fram, who was forced out of the military by the Trump administration’s ban on transgender service members.

Tim Miller and Nicole Wallace analyze Donald Trump’s historic low approval ratings and his refusal to take political responsibility for Republican struggles.

Tim Miller interviews Isaac Saul, founder of Tangle, about the controversial construction of a border wall in Big Bend National Park.

Brendan Hartnett and Lauren Egan discuss Andy Ogles’ primary loss in Tennessee, highlighting his Islamophobic rhetoric and alleged GoFundMe fraud.

Sam Stein and Catherine Rampell analyze weak July jobs data, debunking Kevin Hassett’s spin on unemployment and immigration.