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Trump is an Insane Woman

May 13, 2026 · 1h 4m

Summary

Dave Smith and Rob Bernstein discuss the collapsing ceasefire negotiations with Iran, criticizing Donald Trump’s erratic rhetoric and false claims of military dominance. They analyze a Robert Kagan article admitting the war is a strategic disaster for the US. The hosts review Trump clips where he mischaracterizes Iran’s proposals and lies about his "plan," arguing that his lack of a coherent strategy and refusal to accept diplomatic realities risks further escalation or economic catastrophe.

Topics discussed

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